2027 Summer Internship - Civil Engineering
About The Position
Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns for summer 2027 in its Tennessee offices, focusing on residential and commercial land development. Available locations are Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Franklin, and Murfreesboro. Under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer, interns support project teams with design tasks on infrastructure projects. The entry-level role offers hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination in a collaborative engineering environment. Pape-Dawson’s Tennessee office, formerly RaganSmith, was founded in 1933 as a land surveying company and has since grown into an interdisciplinary consulting firm serving private and public sectors. In 2024, RaganSmith joined the Pape-Dawson family of companies. Pape-Dawson is a nationwide civil engineering and professional services firm.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Agricultural Engineering at an ABET-accredited college or university.
- Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures.
- Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptability and flexibility in managing shifting priorities and deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision.
- Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints.
- Analyze design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards.
- Use computer-aided engineering and design software, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents.
- Support preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company-approved formats.
- Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned.
- Assist with redlines, submittals, exhibit preparation, and record (as-built) drawings.
- Take on progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop.
- Assist in designing and preparing plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
- Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements.
- Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects.
- Perform additional related duties as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
