Civil Construction Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Clark Dietz • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

10h • Onsite

About The Position

At Clark Dietz, we're more than an engineering firm. We're employee-owners committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. As an ENR Top 500 design firm with offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, we provide transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical, and construction engineering services that make a lasting impact. Clark Dietz internships provide a great opportunity to apply academic learning to real world engineering projects through hands on experience. Interns also participate in group activities throughout the summer to learn about the engineering profession, technical areas, and career paths. As a Construction Engineer Intern, you will assist engineers with construction inspection services on a variety of transportation construction projects for IDOT, Tollway and municipalities. Duties will include assisting inspection and documentation of construction activities, computing quantities, and verifying measurements and layouts on project sites.

Requirements

• Students with a declared major in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents and research specifications and codes as needed.
• Ability to perform basic calculations to compute quantities, verify measurements, and organize and analyze data.
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks with guidance from other staff.
• Good communication and listening skills with the ability to ask insightful questions and learn and apply new skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel & Word) is required.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle for commuting to project sites is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience using CAD software (AutoCad, Civil 3D, Bentley ORD, MicroStation) is desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with construction inspection services on a variety of transportation construction projects for IDOT, Tollway and municipalities.
• Assist with inspection and documentation of construction activities.
• Compute quantities.
• Verify measurements and layouts on project sites.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $20 to $26 per hour, based on experience and academic year.
• Hands-On Experience: Contribute to impactful projects and gain practical experience.
• Mentorship: Assignment to an Intern Mentor Pod led by an experienced professional.
• Networking: Build connections with teammates and leaders.
• Skill Development: Sharpen your technical and soft skills through project work.
• Perks: Intern swag kit and safety gear provided.
• Events: Engage in learning and social activities throughout the summer.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern