Civil Internship - Summer 2027
About The Position
Moffatt & Nichol is seeking a Structural Intern for their Walnut Creek or Oakland office. This entry-level, temporary student role supports project teams in technical disciplines such as engineering, planning, simulation, software development, CAD/BIM, or science. The intern performs routine civil engineering tasks under close supervision, assisting with planning, design, and plan production for site development and infrastructure projects, including grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater systems. This role aims to build foundational knowledge of civil engineering principles and MN project workflows through structured tasks. Work is performed under direct supervision with detailed instructions and is reviewed before use, having limited downstream impact. This is an individual-contributor role with no direct reports.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Civil Engineering or a related technical field at an accredited college or university
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 preferred
- Basic understanding of civil engineering fundamentals, including grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, and site layout
- Exposure to AutoCAD; learning MicroStation or Civil 3D
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills applied to well-defined tasks
- Clear communication; asks questions and accepts feedback constructively
- Accountable for accuracy of assigned tasks; works under direct supervision with detailed instructions
- All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
- Employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire
Nice To Haves
- Junior standing or above preferred
Responsibilities
- Assists with preparation of engineering design documents, plans, and specifications under direct supervision
- Prepares drawings and draft documents under direction
- Collects and organizes field data, reports, maps, aerial photographs, and geotechnical and hydrological data
- Produces basic drawings, models, calculations, or code under direct supervision using approved tools (e.g., CAD/BIM, analysis, or programming software)
- Views, navigates, and measures 2D and 3D models to support the project team
- Follows established CAD/BIM, graphics, coding, and file-naming standards and plotting/publishing workflows
- Collects and organizes project and operational data for use as analysis or model inputs
- Performs basic numerical and statistical analysis and assists with testing, debugging, and validation of analysis or simulation models
- Documents assumptions, process flows, and results for supervisor review
- Receives corrections on delivered drawings or files and implements them accurately
- Resolves routine technical issues using documented standards and seeks guidance on unfamiliar tools or requirements
- Learns core M&N tools, standards, and workflows, applying academic coursework to assigned tasks
- Participates in intern orientation, training, and technical check-ins, and completes any assigned intern learning project
- Communicates task status to the direct supervisor and senior team members and asks clarifying questions
- Supports technicians, engineers, and project managers by delivering requested drawings, files, and data
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Paid volunteer time
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Career Level
Entry Level
