Civil Engineering Intern - Public Works

LJA•Corpus Christi, TX

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services. At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide: Employee-owned. Client-focused, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace, Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry, We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach, Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth, We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication, We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact. As a Civil Engineering Intern at LJA Public Works, you will be able to explore our exciting and entrepreneurial culture will allow you to think creatively, solve problems, and meet the needs of our clients daily. At LJA, we re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed at least one year of college and pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.

Nice To Haves

Great work-ethic and are a highly motivated student with a strong academic performance
Have sincere desire to gain experience in and knowledge of the company and industry
Good organizational and communication (oral and written) skills
Focused and attention to detail with ability to identify discrepancies
Collaborate and work well in a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially MS Excel

Responsibilities

Perform engineering assignments with direction from experienced engineers
Spend time shadowing actual operations and learn about project phases
Will have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day-to-day workings of engineering
Experience our culture and participate in social engagement activities and learn about our sectors and services

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.