Civil Engineering Intern - Water (Summer 2027)

Stantec • Coral Gables, FL

5d

About The Position

As a Civil Engineering Intern/Co-op, you will work as part of a collaborative team supporting civil infrastructure projects from design through permitting and construction. Projects include civil site development, stormwater systems, water and wastewater conveyance, pump stations, and treatment facilities. This opportunity is for motivated and dependable students taking or having completed civil engineering courses to support local and national projects.

The position includes preparing and revising drawings, assisting with engineering calculations and design deliverables, supporting project research and permitting, and helping with construction observations and field work as needed. The role is based in a typical office environment, with an office presence expected to maximize learning during the co-op period. Field work may involve exposure to the elements, including inclement weather. Duties may be assigned or changed at any time.

Requirements

• Be in progress toward earning at least a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Have proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Have basic familiarity with Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Have strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Be able to multitask, prioritize, and take direction.
• Be willing to learn.
• Have specific coursework or exposure to one or more of the following: planning, design, or construction of infrastructure; construction management; or process/environmental engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise AutoCAD drawings for civil site design, drainage, and pump station projects in accordance with company CAD standards.
• Review client and industry design standards to support engineering design development.
• Assist with design deliverables, including plans, reports, specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates.
• Perform civil engineering tasks and calculations, including pump station hydraulics, gravity pipeline and pumped main design, and design of appurtenances and gravity structures.
• Perform basic drainage calculations and stormwater modeling to support site design and permitting.
• Assist technical staff with project tasks, including researching, compiling, and evaluating project data.
• Prepare and compile permit applications and supporting documentation for regulatory agencies.
• Perform construction observations and assist with field work as needed.
• Complete other engineering and administrative duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern