Intern, Tunnel Redundancy

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference-in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Summary:

The MWRA is seeking an engineering intern to help execute a $2.1B, 15-mile, deep rock tunnel program. This isn't just a summer job; it's a front-row seat to the final design and construction kickoff of one of the largest water infrastructure improvements in Massachusetts. If you're interested in Program and Construction Management with a focus in civil, geotechnical, or tunnel engineering, this is your chance to gain real-world, high-stakes experience on a project that will serve 3 million customers for the next century. Gain hands-on experience in Program and Construction Management while helping secure the water supply for an entire metropolitan area.

Posting Period: 3/25/2026 to 4/15/2026
Location: Chelsea, MA
Salary: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze critical path schedules to track progress against major design milestones and upcoming construction procurement phases.
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost calculations to verify engineer's estimates for multi-million dollar contract packages.
• Leverage industry-standard tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or Bluebeam) to assist in the management of technical submittals ensuring alignment with design requirements
• Provide engineering support to cross-functional teams in civil, structural, and environmental engineering
• Assist in the collection and preparation data for evaluation
• Perform engineering analysis using computer-assisted engineering
• Participate in field inspections
• Assist with the preparation of reports and studies
• Perform related duties as required

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a program with a focus in Program and Construction Management, civil, geotechnical, or tunnel engineering (or related field). Applicants who have at least completed their junior year are preferred.
• Ability to work in a professional business office setting
• Ability to learn and use engineering software
• Strong technical writing and communications skills
• The ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
• Valid driver's license
• Knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, ArcGIS and AutoCAD is preferred
• Internship duration: May - September

Other Position Information
PCR: I3640001
Division: Tunnel Redundancy
Department: Tunnel Redundancy
Union/Grade: Non-Union/TEMPORARY

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.