Civil/Site Engineering Intern

Colliers Engineering & Design • Philadelphia, PA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Civil/Site Engineering Intern for its Philadelphia, Pennsylvania office for Summer 2027. The intern will gain hands-on experience on real client projects involving community-shaping developments, including solar designs, residential projects, and urban spaces. Working with guidance from experienced professionals, the intern will learn about the development process, strategies, regulatory requirements, and multidisciplinary engineering services.

The role includes developing site plans, grading layouts, and utility systems using AutoCAD Civil3D; assisting with due diligence, permitting, and compliance; and potentially performing on-site inspections at residential, commercial, and mixed-use sites. Interns assist technical staff with day-to-day projects, participate in the Land Development Accelerator Program, and gain exposure to the operations of a multidisciplinary firm. The internship also includes educational, networking, communication, and professional development activities.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Specific interest in land development and/or stormwater.
• Highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Eligible to work in the United States and attending a university or college physically located in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or previous experience in hydrology or hydraulics.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Civil3D experience.
• HydroCAD experience.
• Some prior internship experience; applicants without it will also be reviewed and considered for different roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical staff with day-to-day projects and learn the operations of a multidisciplinary firm.
• Learn the stages of the land development process and participate in the Land Development Accelerator Program.
• Use AutoCAD Civil3D to help design grading plans, concept plans, stormwater management plans, utility system plans, and soil erosion and sediment control plans.
• Research zoning ordinances, environmental regulations, and local municipal codes.
• Work on real, billable client projects.
• Assist with due diligence, permitting, and compliance processes.
• Develop site plans, grading layouts, and utility systems.
• Have the opportunity to perform on-site inspections for residential, commercial, and mixed-use sites.
• Participate in internship programming, educational opportunities, networking, trainings, reflections, problem-solving activities, and end-of-summer presentations.

Benefits

• Safe and comfortable work environment.
• Potential for career advancement.
• Education reimbursement.
• Access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses through an in-house resource.
• Mentorship program.
• Wellness program.
• Women’s Organization.
• Philanthropic opportunities.
• Networking and professional development opportunities.
• Potential full-time, permanent offers for students approaching graduation within a year.

What This Job Offers

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