Land Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
About The Position
VHB's Land Development Intern - Boston, MA is designed to introduce students into the workforce. The program will build essential professional skills by offering opportunities for hands-on learning in a supportive yet challenging environment. The intern program is designed to round out participants' academic learning with real world experience and help them explore related areas of practice to find the best fit for their career path. Land Development engineers require a variety of skills to develop ideas and creative solutions that help make challenging development projects a reality. We are there at every stage of a project; from preliminary research, site survey, conceptual/final design, and permitting, all the way through construction. We work closely with VHBers across disciplines, and consultants to ensure a project fulfills the needs of our client.
Requirements
- Excellentâ¯verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Teamâ¯oriented with strong capability to work independently
- Self-motivatedâ¯with attention to detail
- A strong work ethic with the desire to learn and achieve
- Knowledge of drawing and mapping tools such as AutoCAD and GIS
- Knowledgeâ¯of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) required
- Currently pursuing a degree in engineering or a related field
- Strong interest in transportation, land development, urban design, real estate, environmental, institutional, or energy sector
- Ability to work on a computer remotely if necessary
- Ability to travel locally and complete fieldwork if necessary
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with numerous VHB staff, clients, and consultants to advance projects in a timely manner
- Assist in development of planning and engineering solutions
- Assist in data mining and visualization
- Perform analysis of data or calculations
- Perform field data collection and other on-site project support activities
- Prepare written documents, summarize information collected by others, and assemble reports
Benefits
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
