Engineer Intern
About The Position
The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on infrastructure projects involving areas such as transportation, water resources, environmental, survey, and residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination in a collaborative engineering environment. The intern may assist with residential, commercial, and site development design, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts, and support permitting and coordination activities for land development projects. Tasks become more complex as the intern develops experience, proficiency, and technical understanding.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Agricultural Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
- Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures.
- Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable and flexible in managing shifting priorities and deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision.
- Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints.
- Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards.
- Use computer-aided engineering and design software, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents.
- Support preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company-approved formats.
- Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned.
- Assist with redlines, submittals, exhibit preparation, and record (as-built) drawings.
- Take on progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop.
- Assist in designing and preparing plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
- Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements.
- Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
