Intern - Civil Engineer

Keystone Consulting Engineers • Allentown, PA

61d • Onsite

About The Position

KCE offers paid, temporary internships for students seeking practical experience with a civil engineering and surveying firm. Depending on the student's area of study, experience, and current project needs, assignments may support civil engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, GIS, environmental services, construction services, or related municipal work. Interns work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to real projects, with assignments shaped by their background, interests, and team needs.

The position is in person at one of KCE's local offices, with a mix of office and field assignments and possible local travel depending on the discipline and project. Scheduling is based on school commitments and KCE project needs. Interns and temporary employees are not eligible for remote work. Applying allows KCE to consider candidates for current or future openings but does not guarantee an immediate internship opportunity.

Candidates must live within reasonable commuting distance of the assigned office or be willing to relocate before the internship begins, and must be authorized to work in the United States. KCE cannot provide employment visa sponsorship for internship positions. Applicants should submit a resume and include their school, degree program, anticipated graduation date, areas of interest, availability, preferred office location, and where they met KCE if applicable.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in civil engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, GIS, environmental science, geology, construction management, or a related program.
• Interest in civil engineering, surveying, municipal services, or related technical work.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to ask questions and learn from feedback.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned KCE office or be willing to relocate before the internship begins.
• Must currently be authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or other relevant software is helpful but not required for every assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plans, drawings, calculations, reports, and project documentation.
• Support research related to properties, ordinances, permits, or regulatory requirements.
• Help organize field data, project files, maps, and technical information.
• Participate in site visits, field observations, survey work, or construction-related assignments as appropriate.
• Work with project teams and learn how assignments progress from planning and design through review and construction.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Practical experience contributing to real projects
• Opportunity to learn from experienced engineers, surveyors, designers, inspectors, and other professionals
• Opportunity to build technical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative, casual, and down-to-earth work environment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed