Coastal Engineering Intern

Moffatt & Nichol

Coastal Engineering Intern working with EPA and other agencies on coastal engineering projects. Assisting in compliance with environmental laws and using scientific tools for data collection and analysis.

Posted 7/7/2026internshipLong Beach • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $27 - $36 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, NOAA, local environmental agencies, as well as private sector clients
Implement scientific and regulatory tasks for projects in order to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations and policies, including NEPA, Endangered Species Act, and Clean Water Act
Use scientific tools to support design of coastal engineering structures, wetlands, dredging programs, coastal resiliency programs, shoreline protection programs, and sediment management programs
Collect data through observations in the field, collect field samples, review laboratory results and/or literature
Use models, statistical tools, and other computer-based tools to generate and analyze data
Review current scientific literature on an ongoing basis to stay abreast of developments in the field
Prepare graphs, charts, and generate reports from synthesized data for project managers
Analyze data to assess the environment, may compare results to establish standards
Other duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Coastal, Ocean, or Water Resources Engineering, or Environmental / Civil Engineering with a Coastal Emphasis
Must be a rising Junior in your bachelor’s degree program
A Master's degree student is preferred
Working towards an EIT certification
At least one previous related internship preferred but not required
Programming skills desired (MATLAB, Python or similar)
Design skills desired with proficiency in: ArcGIS, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, and/or Google Earth Engine, etc.
All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Work with EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, NOAA, local environmental agencies, as well as private sector clients
Implement scientific and regulatory tasks for projects in order to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations and policies, including NEPA, Endangered Species Act, and Clean Water Act
Use scientific tools to support design of coastal engineering structures, wetlands, dredging programs, coastal resiliency programs, shoreline protection programs, and sediment management programs
Collect data through observations in the field, collect field samples, review laboratory results and/or literature
Use models, statistical tools, and other computer-based tools to generate and analyze data
Review current scientific literature on an ongoing basis to stay abreast of developments in the field
Prepare graphs, charts, and generate reports from synthesized data for project managers
Analyze data to assess the environment, may compare results to establish standards
Other duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 🎯 Requirements
Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Coastal, Ocean, or Water Resources Engineering, or Environmental / Civil Engineering with a Coastal Emphasis
Must be a rising Junior in your bachelor’s degree program
A Master's degree student is preferred
Working towards an EIT certification
At least one previous related internship preferred but not required
Programming skills desired (MATLAB, Python or similar)
Design skills desired with proficiency in: ArcGIS, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, and/or Google Earth Engine, etc.
All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire. Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Find jobs using your resume Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

Coastal EngineeringEnvironmental ComplianceData AnalysisProgramming (MATLAB)Programming (Python)Design Skills (ArcGIS)Design Skills (Civil 3D)Design Skills (AutoCAD)Design Skills (Illustrator)Design Skills (Photoshop)

Certifications

EIT Certification