Internship – Civil Engineer – 6 Month (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co•Hibbing, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a civil engineering intern to join its Hibbing, Minnesota, team for an approximately six-month internship starting in January 2027. The intern will support the Engineering and Design business unit on project teams performing civil engineering and related technical field assignments. Work may include civil design and analysis; AutoCAD/Civil 3D drafting and design; field sampling and data collection; construction plans and specifications; spreadsheets and short reports; laboratory testing; and construction inspection and observation. The role also completes site development designs and communicates technical information to project team members and clients. The successful candidate is motivated, client-service oriented, and focused on producing quality deliverables. They can work independently and collaboratively, adapt to project teams, and occasionally modify their schedule to meet project deadlines or client needs. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, organization, scheduling, prioritization, follow-up, and the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences are important. The position is based in Barr’s Hibbing office, and a hybrid arrangement splitting time between the office and a home office may be considered. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays. Travel and periodic schedule adjustments may be needed to meet project needs. The work may take place on rough, difficult-to-access construction sites and in industrial facilities with moving machinery and other typical site conditions. Candidates must be able to perform the job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Be enrolled in a civil engineering degree program or related degree program.
Have completed at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics.
Have at least one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship.
Have strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software.
Possess a current, valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship by Barr now or in the future.
Have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
Be willing to travel and periodically adjust personal schedules to meet project needs.
Be able to perform job duties in rough terrain and other construction or industrial site conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D or other CADD-based civil design software.
Previous engineering, field, or geotechnical experience.
Completion of at least one semester of upper-division engineering coursework.
GPA of 3.2/4.0.

Responsibilities

Complete site development designs.
Perform civil design and analysis.
Prepare drafting and designs using AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
Conduct field sampling and data collection.
Prepare construction plans and specifications.
Prepare spreadsheets and short reports.
Perform laboratory testing.
Conduct construction inspection and observation.
Communicate effectively with project team members and clients.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives and foster productive working relationships.
Travel and periodically adjust personal schedules to meet project needs.

Benefits

Competitive, affordable medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
Annual bonus distribution plan and dividends to shareholders as part of the company’s profit distribution model.
Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and internal training opportunities.
Paid time off and holidays.
Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff.
Paid family leave.
Ergonomic analysis and equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment allowance.
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.
Coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities.