2027 Summer Internship - Civil Engineer | Structural

Civil Design • Effingham, IL

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About The Position

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm providing civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Founded in 1996, CDI has more than 150 team members and six locations across Missouri, Illinois, and Kentucky. The firm serves six service lines: Infrastructure + Analytics, Site, Structures, Survey, Transportation, and Water Resources.

CDI is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern - Structural to support its structural-bridge team and contribute to design projects. Under supervision, the intern will assist with structural engineering work. The internship emphasizes collaboration, learning, and participation in projects that support CDI’s mission of Building Stronger Communities.

CDI’s intern program includes more than 12 interns across its six locations and offers 3.5 dedicated days during the summer for networking events, industry panels, and career conversations. CDI describes its culture as people-first, collaborative, and focused on mutual trust, respect, continuous learning, and professional growth. The anticipated base hourly pay range is $22–$24, varying based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

Requirements

• Be a full-time or part-time student seeking a degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural – Bridge focus.
• Knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals, surveying, drafting, and general civil engineering design (structural-bridge) and construction practices.
• Ability to assist in the field or on job sites.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with staff in a team environment.
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new concepts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to provide 30 to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, assist with structural engineering to support a variety of design projects.
• Support the structural-bridge team and contribute to projects.
• Engage and collaborate with the team.

Benefits

• Full-time team members receive a direct stake in CDI’s success through its ESOP.
• Meaningful projects aligned with team members’ passions and career goals.
• Frequent company-wide events to connect with colleagues across offices.
• A people-first culture that supports growth, well-being, and professional and personal success.
• Volunteer time off.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed