Inter-Fluve Ecological Restoration Design Internship

Firm Description:
Since 1984, Inter-Fluve has been a leading water resources science and engineering firm specializing in river restoration. We have worked across the United States and internationally on projects that include dam removal, aquatic habitat restoration, wetlands assessment, floodplain restoration, watershed analysis, estuary restoration, and other water-related projects. Our dedicated team of self-starting professionals share their passion for nature through their service to our Earth. We apply a broad range of science and engineering skills to investigate and design restoration, enhancement, and recovery solutions for degraded riverine, wetland, estuarine and lake environments. Throughout our history, our company’s focus has always been to collaborate, explore, question, and advance our craft.
Visit our website to learn more about our story at www.interfluve.com.

Internship Position Title: Ecological Restoration Design Intern
Goal of the Internship Program: To provide hands-on learning opportunities to the next generation of river and wetland restoration practitioners.


Position Overview
This internship program provides opportunities for hands-on experience in river and wetland restoration design for students or recent graduates. The program provides a range of potential opportunities, such as learning science and engineering methods from practitioners; meeting local, state, and federal project partners; conducting fieldwork; and observing project implementation. Inter-Fluve supports increasing diversity and inclusion in the river restoration design profession. We welcome and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply for this position. This internship may include fieldwork, data analysis, topical research, technical writing, and engagement with clients, subcontractors, project partners, and stakeholders. While the intern will be asked to assist with a range of tasks associated with Inter-Fluve projects, there may also be the opportunity to complete a research project that is aligned with the interests of the intern and Inter-Fluve. The intern will be expected to work closely with their direct supervisor, collaborate with other staff as appropriate, and advance their work tasks and/or selected
research project to completion.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Rising college senior or recent college graduate (within 2 years of graduation)
  • College major within the STEM fields

We encourage all who are interested, even if they do not feel they meet these qualifications to apply.
The table below presents a sampling of skills that will be useful in the internship.

Field data collection
Excel data analysis
GIS mapping and analysis
CAD drafting
Conceptual drawings
Technical writing		PowerPoint presentations
Independently motivated, curious
Works well in small groups
Attention to detail
Verbal communication with project partners,
clients, community members

We do not expect the applicant to bring all of these skills to the internship and we anticipate there are many other valuable skills not listed that the applicants will bring. If you are interested in the position, but are concerned you may not have enough of the skills listed, please reach out so we can discuss.

2026 Internship Details
Location: Hood River, OR; Cambridge, MA; or Damariscotta, ME
Duration: 8-10 weeks, beginning in June or July 2026
Work Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Work site will likely include office and field with optional overnight travel. While this position is hybrid (with at least three days per week in person expected), we find that interns get the most benefit from being in person as much as possible. 
Pay Rate: $23/hour

Additional Information:

  • All travel expenses to field work locations will be covered included gas, transportation, hotel, food, etc.
  • Equipment: necessary equipment such as a laptop, waders for fieldwork, field vests, and other
  • equipment needed to complete the tasks requested will be provided.
  • Driver’s license and car are not required, though possessing them will be convenient for the intern.


Mentorship & Employment Opportunities:

  • Inter-Fluve will provide a mentor during the internship.
  • Inter-Fluve may consider hiring the intern following completion of the program if an opening is available and the candidate meets the job description. As with any open position, the intern will be considered along with other applicants; completing the internship does not guarantee a job opportunity following the internship.

Inter-Fluve supports increasing diversity and inclusion in the river restoration design profession. Inter-Fluve is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.


To apply, please submit a Resume & Cover Letter via email to [email protected]. Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis through February 2026 with interviews conducted in March 2026.