2026 Summer Intern - Civil Engineering, Site Design

TKDA • Saint Paul, MN

84d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Our employee-owned and multi-disciplined team of engineering and design professionals has an exciting opportunity available for an undergraduate Civil Engineering student who has a strong interest in site design or land development. As a member of our Facilities Engineering team, you will apply your academic knowledge while working alongside Professional Engineers and Technicians to prepare detailed drawings for site planning, roads, utilities, parking lots, grading and drainage, stormwater management, and erosion and flood control projects. While working on these projects, you will assist with calculations for project dimensions and elevations and computing / tabulating quantities, and you may occasionally assist with construction administration responsibilities by interpreting plans, observing construction operations, and maintaining reports to ensure construction conforms to plans and specifications. The ideal candidate would be available to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime throughout the summer of 2026 from mid-May through mid-August. This position would primarily work from our office in Bloomington or an assigned project site; however, there may be instances in which this position would be provided with flexible / hybrid work arrangements. Out-of-state students are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for housing assistance.

Requirements

• Undergraduate pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Previous experience or formal training with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors, walk and climb over rough terrain while carrying up to 40 pounds.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by May 30, 2026 and in possession of a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Previous coursework or project assignments related to site design and land development.
• Thorough understanding of drafting techniques, plan development, and related engineering practices.
• Previous experience developing construction plans and specifications.
• Previous experience with construction administration or surveying responsibilities, including operation of instruments, recording and interpreting data, and staking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed drawings for site planning, roads, utilities, parking lots, grading and drainage, stormwater management, and erosion and flood control projects.
• Assist with calculations for project dimensions and elevations and computing/tabulating quantities.
• Assist with construction administration responsibilities by interpreting plans, observing construction operations, and maintaining reports.

Benefits

• $20 - $24 an hour, with final rate dependent upon anticipated graduation date.
• Structured summer experience including formal software trainings, networking opportunities, mentorship relationships, social events, learning seminars, and more.
• Housing assistance for out-of-state students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees