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Intern - Water Resources AI

CompanyMatrix Design Group, Inc
LocationColorado Springs
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will support various projects related to water resources and environmental analysis, applying technology and innovation to real-world solutions. They will gain hands-on experience in planning, design, data analysis, and field work.
Internship Type
intern
Salary Range
$22 - $24
Company Size
261
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Matrix Design Group is an award-winning, employee-owned firm providing innovative solutions across multiple and varied industries. We understand that even the simplest project requires capabilities spanning disciplines, and our integrated ‘matrix’ structure lets us leverage the expertise needed to meet client goals and build more sustainable, resilient communities. We deliver excellence by design at the federal, state, and municipal levels throughout the nation and Guam. As a top engineering, planning and consulting firm, we provide program management, infrastructure master planning and design, Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) consulting services, land development services, transportation planning and design, water resources, environmental engineering and remediation, landscape architecture and urban design, structural engineering, geographic information services, survey, and construction management for public and private clients across the U.S. Join our team! Matrix is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe that the collective individual differences, life experiences, innovation, knowledge, unique capabilities and talent of our employees and partners positively contribute to our culture and our company’s success. Because we value our clients, employees and their families we follow a set of guiding principles that include the following: Integrity Collaboration Ownership Respect Excellence See our careers page at www.matrixdesigngroup.com/careers.
About the Role
 
Matrix has been named a Zweig Group 2025 Best Firm to Work For!  
 

About Matrix: Matrix Design Group, Inc., an employee-owned planning, engineering and environmental consulting firm is actively seeking a Water Resources AI Intern to support our Colorado Springs and Denver offices. As an employee-owned company we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, respect and excellence.

 

Our strengths of service, innovation, and skill are a result of that belief. We have a friendly, collegial, cooperative atmosphere. Matrix employees are encouraged to participate in employee wellness programs, social committees and community outreach programs. We strive to employ highly motivated people with excellent communication and applied problem-solving skills who desire to advance their talents and skills.

 

Internships are available year-round and offer both part-time and full-time status. Internships are available in the following cities:

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Denver, CO

To apply, students must submit a copy of their Resume and Cover Letter. Any incomplete applications will not be considered. The cover letter should state:

  • Available start date
  • City you are applying to
  • Why you chose this internship opportunity
  • What you expect to gain from the experience

Pay Range: $22.00 to $24.00 Hourly.  Pay will be dependent upon experience.


Summary:


Matrix Design Group’s Internship Program is a collaborative, 10-week paid opportunity that provides students with unparalleled exposure to the professional principles and practices within a multidisciplinary firm.

Designed for Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate Students pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Civil Engineering, GIS, Ecological Services, Construction Management, Planning, Environmental Services, or Landscape Architecture, the program offers hands-on learning guided by experienced managers and directors across a variety of projects.

Through a combination of planning, design, data analysis, and field work, interns gain a 360-degree understanding of how technology and innovation shape real-world solutions. Students specializing in computer science and artificial intelligence (AI) will have the opportunity to apply programming, data science, and machine learning techniques to support water resources, watershed modeling, and environmental analysis. Projects may include developing or enhancing predictive models, automating workflows, and using AI to improve decision-making in environmental and engineering applications.

During the internship, students will gain valuable experience using tools such as Python, MATLAB, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam, ArcGIS, and other software relevant to their discipline and responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

  • Must be enrolled in a degree program closely related to Computer Science, Civil Engineering, GIS, Ecological Services, Construction Management, Planning, Environmental Services, or Landscape Architecture.
  • Must be a Junior or Senior in an undergraduate program OR currently enrolled in a Master’s/PhD program.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description 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.


Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

Matrix Design Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability. 

 

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. 

 

Any applicant with a qualifying physical or mental disability who believes s/he requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact us at 719-575-0100 for assistance. 

 

How to Apply:

Please apply online at http://www.matrixdesigngroup.com/careers

Key Skills
Water ResourcesArtificial IntelligenceProgrammingData ScienceMachine LearningPredictive ModelsAutomationEnvironmental AnalysisPythonMATLABAutoCADCivil 3DBluebeamArcGIS
Categories
EngineeringEnvironmental & SustainabilityData & AnalyticsScience & ResearchTechnology
Benefits
Employee Wellness ProgramsSocial CommitteesCommunity Outreach Programs