What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Engineer Co-op position at Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering?
Water Resources Engineer Co-op - Greenville, SC
Additional opportunities in: Columbia, SC | Bluffton, SC | Charleston, SC | Raleigh, NC | Charlotte, NC | Virginia Beach, VA | Vienna, VA | Norcross, GA | Atlanta, GA | Tampa, FL
Make a Lasting Impact in Water Resources
Are you eager to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges? At Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE), we’re looking for motivated Civil and Environmental Engineering students to join our Water Resources Engineer Co-op Program, in partnership with the Clemson University Co-op Program. This is your chance to contribute to meaningful projects across the Southeast while developing the skills and connections that will launch your career in water resources and transportation engineering.
Why Join ICE?
ICE is a full-service transportation consulting and design firm with a reputation for excellence in:
What You’ll Do
As a Water Resources Engineer Co-op, you’ll gain hands-on experience in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, stormwater management, and environmental sustainability. Guided by Professional Engineers (PEs), you’ll:
What We’re Looking For
We value students who bring curiosity, adaptability, and teamwork. Skills that will help you excel include:
As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy:
ICE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation should contact ICE’s HR Office at (803) 888-1893.
Additional opportunities in: Columbia, SC | Bluffton, SC | Charleston, SC | Raleigh, NC | Charlotte, NC | Virginia Beach, VA | Vienna, VA | Norcross, GA | Atlanta, GA | Tampa, FL
Make a Lasting Impact in Water Resources
Are you eager to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges? At Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE), we’re looking for motivated Civil and Environmental Engineering students to join our Water Resources Engineer Co-op Program, in partnership with the Clemson University Co-op Program. This is your chance to contribute to meaningful projects across the Southeast while developing the skills and connections that will launch your career in water resources and transportation engineering.
Why Join ICE?
ICE is a full-service transportation consulting and design firm with a reputation for excellence in:
- Hydrology and Hydraulic Design
- Highways, Bridges, and Structural Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering & Foundation Testing
- Environmental Documentation (NEPA)
- Construction Services & Aviation Design
What You’ll Do
As a Water Resources Engineer Co-op, you’ll gain hands-on experience in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, stormwater management, and environmental sustainability. Guided by Professional Engineers (PEs), you’ll:
- Contribute to drainage designs for highway and bridge projects.
- Assist in developing roadway drainage plans, stormwater systems, scour analyses, and erosion control strategies.
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, calculations, and FEMA/flood control analyses.
- Support storm sewer and culvert design, pond design, and energy dissipation measures.
- Participate in field investigations and site assessments (some travel required across the Southeast).
- Prepare specifications, permit submittals, and preliminary cost estimates.
- Collaborate in client meetings, plan reviews, and project discussions.
- Use industry-standard software including OpenRoads, MicroStation, HydroCAD, Geopak Drainage, HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS.
What We’re Looking For
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering at Clemson University
- Junior or Senior standing
- Strong skills in AutoCAD; familiarity with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, GEOPAK Drainage, HY-8, or FHWA Hydraulics Toolbox is a plus
- Eligible: U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders
We value students who bring curiosity, adaptability, and teamwork. Skills that will help you excel include:
- Technical: Hydrology, hydraulics, GIS, and water quality analysis
- Analytical: Data analysis, modeling, and problem-solving
- Soft Skills: Strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking
- Environmental Awareness: Knowledge of sustainable water management and regulatory processes
- Practical: Ability to conduct site visits and field investigations
- Office-Based Role with occasional fieldwork (site visits may require lifting, walking, driving, and light physical activity)
- Standard business hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)
- Travel to regional job sites in the Upstate and across the Southeast
As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy:
- Mentorship from licensed Professional Engineers
- Access to advanced design and modeling software
- Networking opportunities across multiple engineering disciplines
- Participation in a 401(k) plan (if age 21 ), with ICE matching 100% up to 4% of your contribution
- A culture that emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, and work-life balance
ICE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation should contact ICE’s HR Office at (803) 888-1893.
