Civil Engineering Intern - Municipal: Summer 2027
About The Position
Bolton & Menk is hiring a Civil Engineering Intern for its Municipal service group during the 2027 summer internship season. The role offers practical, on-the-job experience supporting municipalities on civil engineering projects, with most of the work focused on construction-phase activities. Interns may also assist with planning and design and, depending on the opportunity, contribute to reports, design calculations, specifications, and shop-drawing reviews. The position requires students to be enrolled in a civil engineering or closely related degree program at an accredited post-secondary institution. Candidates must meet a 2.8 minimum cumulative GPA. A sophomore standing or above, a GPA of 3.2 or higher, and completed coursework in general surveying and AutoCAD drafting are desired. Interns must be able to work outdoors for extended periods and navigate rugged terrain for construction observation. A valid driver’s license and personal transportation or the ability to use public transportation are required; business-related travel is reimbursed. Relocation and housing are not included. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or STEM Optional Practical Training extensions; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in a civil engineering degree program or closely related program at an accredited post-secondary institution.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Be able to work in extended outdoor conditions and navigate rugged terrain for construction observation duties.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and have personal transportation or the ability to use public transportation.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States at the start of employment without needing current or future visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Sophomore standing or above.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
- Completed coursework in general surveying and AutoCAD drafting.
- Prior internship experience with Bolton & Menk; preference may be given to these students.
- Relevant experience, depending on project or client complexity.
Responsibilities
- Assist with civil engineering, planning, and design tasks on projects.
- Assist with preparing reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Assist with construction observation.
- Perform construction staking.
- Perform construction administration duties.
- Depending on the internship opportunity, work on reports, design calculations, specifications, and shop-drawing reviews.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plan; overtime compensation is available to most employees.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Business-related travel reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
