Renewable Energy Civil Intern (Summer 2026)

Stantec • Chicago, IL

20h

About The Position

Strong communities do not just happen – they are built. They are creatively imagined, collaboratively planned and ready to face tomorrow with optimism. That is why at Stantec, we take our promise to design with community in mind straight to the heart of cities and towns all over the world. Whether we are bringing new life to an urban center, transforming a brownfield site into a valuable asset or developing a new place for families to grow, we balance the needs of today with a passion for tomorrow. Your Opportunity Stantec is now accepting resumes for Summer 2026 Civil Engineering interns within our Community Development Group in multiple locations throughout the Midwest. As an intern, you will work in a team environment and have exposure to community development projects that may include urban design and planning, roadways, park and recreation design, multi-use trail and pathway design, traffic engineering, landscape architecture, assessment and rehabilitation, infrastructure design, water and wastewater conveyance, and storm water management. We provide efficient solutions that are environmentally responsible, functional, and technically sound. Our structure cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. Your Key Responsibilities Use technical and communication abilities to complete the civil component of a wide variety of projects in a dynamic design team setting. Inspect construction sites for compliance with project documents and engineering principles. Assist with preparation of plans and specifications, reports, and other project deliverables. Attend meetings on an as needed basis. Complete detailed reports as required. Procure permits and other approvals from various agencies. Communicate effectively with construction and engineering staff, clients, and other project stakeholders. Assist with CAD drafting and design, and preparation of construction documents.

Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Requires understanding of basic AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong interest in community development engineering disciplines
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have a vehicle, good driving record, and valid driver’s license.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree (minimum) in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, environmental, construction management or related field required.

Nice To Haves

• Specific coursework or exposure to one or more of the following is desired: planning, design, construction, architecture, infrastructure, hydrology, environmental, surveying and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Use technical and communication abilities to complete the civil component of a wide variety of projects in a dynamic design team setting.
• Inspect construction sites for compliance with project documents and engineering principles.
• Assist with preparation of plans and specifications, reports, and other project deliverables.
• Attend meetings on an as needed basis.
• Complete detailed reports as required.
• Procure permits and other approvals from various agencies.
• Communicate effectively with construction and engineering staff, clients, and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with CAD drafting and design, and preparation of construction documents.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees