Internship - Construction Services Civil Engineering

Shive Hattery Group, Inc. • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

Shive-Hattery’s Iowa City office is seeking a summer intern in Construction Services Civil Engineering. The intern will gain hands-on experience applying classroom learning to real-world projects, working with clients and experienced staff. The group works on projects and materials associated with industrial, healthcare, education, government, and commercial buildings.

The intern will learn how design efforts are implemented during construction and assist with field and laboratory testing, inspections, and reporting. Work may take place at construction sites and in the Iowa City Laboratory, with occasional office and administrative support tasks. The position is primarily performed in an office or hybrid environment and may involve travel to project sites, other Shive-Hattery offices, or client meetings.

Applicants must have current and ongoing U.S. work authorization without employer sponsorship. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio, or provide a portfolio link in the cover letter if file-size constraints prevent submission.

Requirements

• Be a student in Civil or Structural Engineering at an accredited engineering school.
• Be able to collaborate with team members and demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• Have effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate curiosity and motivation to learn through mentorship and self-study.
• Have a valid, full clean driver’s license.
• Have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Learn the fundamentals of how design efforts are implemented during the construction phase.
• Perform field and laboratory tests related to soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt.
• Conduct tests on construction materials at construction sites and in the Iowa City Laboratory.
• Observe the installation of construction materials and keep detailed notes.
• Provide and submit clear documentation of findings and results.
• Assist with miscellaneous office and administrative support tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed