Engineering Internship

DOWL•Bellevue, WA

9h•$26 - $40

About The Position

DOWL is seeking a Transportation Intern to join their amazing Transportation engineering team. This internship position will provide engineering assistance to the Civil, Transportation, Water, Geo-Construction, or Environmental & Land Development Practice Areas. DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Their in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, employees are valued, supported in their growth, offered great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork. The aviation project capabilities span the full spectrum; from securing funding and early-stage planning for existing airports to the construction of brand-new facilities. They proudly serve a diverse range of clients, including municipal and general aviation airports, small to medium hub airports, airlines, and airport tenants. With a comprehensive suite of planning, design, and construction services, they deliver seamless, cost-effective project coordination that drives real impact in the communities they serve. Join a team that's shaping the future of air travel, one project at a time.

Requirements

One to three years of college-level course work in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical analysis, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to effectively present information to clients, co-workers, and the public.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Should be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project software.
Ability to prioritize special projects and daily workload to ensure that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in construction or civil engineering related fields is desirable.
AutoCAD knowledge and experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Establish and document existing conditions at project sites through research and site visits.
Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects.
Perform manual and/or AutoCAD drafting.
Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals.
Prepare and route project related correspondence and record keeping.
Conduct periodic site visits to construction sites to monitor quality and progress of the work.
Assist with writing and editing construction specifications.
Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications.
Estimate construction costs.
Assist survey crews.
Perform construction inspection of roadway and aviation projects.
Perform materials testing in support of lab technicians.
Other engineering related duties as assigned.

Benefits

High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) (including employer contribution).
flexible spending account
dental
vision
life and AD&D insurance
short- and long-term disability insurance
dependent care account
employee assistance program
a 401(k) plan with discretionary employer contributions for matching
profit sharing
student debt repayment
paid time off
paid holidays