You must be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Planning or a related field to qualify for this internship.

You will research data, prepare permitting documents, proofread reports, and assist with various water resources planning and engineering projects.

Engineering

United States

Sacramento

Large

CDM Smith provides lasting and integrated solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities to public and private clients worldwide. As a full-service engineering and construction firm, we deliver exceptional client service, quality results and enduring value across the entire project life cycle.


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More than an engineering & construction firm, we are a family passionate about meaningful projects and each other.

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    CDM Smith is looking for a Planning Intern to join our Water Services team in Sacramento! <br> <br> You'll be working with a dynamic team of industry leading engineers on a diverse portfolio of public, federal, and industrial projects. During this internship you will work with staff engineering researching, compiling, and examining a variety of engineering, scientific or administrative support data, performing routine and established functions, such as preparation of permitting documents, proofreading and copying technical/non-technical reports, specifications and/or other Administrative support assignments, and assisting staff with a variety of projects and/or field assignments related to water resources planning and engineering. <br> #LI-CP1
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   <p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p>
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    Currently enrolled and taking courses toward a Bachelors or Master's degree in Planning or a related field.
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   <p><b>Amount of Travel Required</b></p>
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    10%
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   <p><b>EEO Statement</b></p>
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    We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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   <p><b>Background Check and Drug Testing Information</b></p>
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    CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
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   <p><b>Agency Disclaimer</b></p>
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    All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
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   <p><b>Pay Range Minimum</b></p>
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    $24.53
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   <p><b>Pay Range Maximum</b></p>
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    $37.59
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   <p><b>Additional Pay Range Information</b></p>
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    The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training and key skills.
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   <p><b>Additional Compensation</b></p>
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    All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
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    TSU
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    WSO
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    Fulltime-Temporary
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    Temporary
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    CDM Smith is looking for a Planning Intern to join our Water Services team in Sacramento!   You'll be working with a dynamic team of industry leading engineers on a diverse portfolio of public, federal, and industrial projects. During this internship you will work with staff engineering researching, compiling, and examining a variety of engineering, scientific or administrative support data, performing routine and established functions, such as preparation of permitting documents, proofreading and copying technical/non-technical reports, specifications and/or other Administrative support assignments, and assisting staff with a variety of projects and/or field assignments related to water resources planning and engineering.  #LI-CP1
   
  
  
   Minimum Qualifications
   
    Currently enrolled and taking courses toward a Bachelors or Master's degree in Planning or a related field.
   
  
  
   Amount of Travel Required
   
    10%
   
  
  
   EEO Statement
   
    We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
   
  
  
   Background Check and Drug Testing Information
   
    CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
   
  
  
   Agency Disclaimer
   
    All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
   
  
  
   Pay Range Minimum
   
    $24.53
   
  
  
   Pay Range Maximum
   
    $37.59
   
  
  
   Additional Pay Range Information
   
    The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training and key skills.
   
  
  
   Additional Compensation
   
    All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
   
  
  
   Business Unit
   
    TSU
   
  
  
   Group
   
    WSO
   
  
  
   Assignment Category
   
    Fulltime-Temporary
   
  
  
   Employment Type
   
    Temporary
   
  
 



Bachelors or Masters - Planning Intern (Summer 2025!)

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