INTERA Incorporated is looking for a motivated intern to join our team of water resource professionals in Bloomington, IN, for Summer 2025. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and be mentored by industry experts while contributing to projects across the Midwest.

At INTERA, we possess not only the right knowledge and tools to help stimulate careers, but we also have a passion for mentoring the next generation of young professionals. If you are a proactive individual eager to learn, contribute to impactful projects, and make a real-world difference, we invite you to join us this summer.

Application Deadline: May 22, 2026

Internship Description

In this 8-10 week summer program, the Water Resources Intern will work closely with INTERA scientists on water resources projects throughout the Midwest. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate interested in applying data analysis, GIS, and technical skills to real-world water science challenges.

This internship will be mentored by an experienced water resources scientist and requires in-person attendance in our centrally located Bloomington office. The Intern will be provided with a computer, a dedicated workspace, and will have opportunities to attend virtual orientation and our Summer Seminar Series, which offers deeper insight into the meaningful work we do at INTERA.

Key Responsibilities

• Support field data collection processes, including documentation, scheduling site visits, and traveling to sites.
• Conduct data analysis to determine trends in groundwater quality and/or water levels.
• Refer to local, state, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to water resources as necessary.
• Present information clearly and concisely, using visualization techniques to support findings.
• Manage databases to ensure data are organized, accurate, and readily available.
• Assist with map production and other GIS related tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrology, environmental science, environmental management, engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn, work both independently and as part of a team, and take initiative.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, in a courteous, tactful, and professional manner.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using software for word processing, database management, GIS, or other modeling projects.
• Experience collecting field data and documenting results.
• Experience working with hydrogeologic, environmental, or engineering-related datasets.

Other Requirements

• Valid Indiana Driver’s License

Expected Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

About INTERA

Founded in 1974, INTERA has grown into an international geoscience and engineering consulting firm that helps clients make informed business decisions, mitigate risk, and drive optimal outcomes in a multitude of industries. Building and sustaining a strong company culture is at the heart of INTERA’s practice of good stewardship. We strive to foster an environment where people love the work they do and the place they work because we believe our employees are our most valuable asset.

Many of our employees have spent 10 to 25 years at INTERA. We love what we do, and it shows.