Roadway Engineering Intern

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

An intern supports the assigned design department by assisting with a variety of tasks, including special project assignments and active participation in project design and documentation, to gain practical experience and support their educational development. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship experience in roadway design or transportation engineering.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation) and other relevant design tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior or lead (engineers, project managers) with basic design tasks, including research, simple studies, and layout support
• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases
• Support the creation of presentation and marketing materials
• Assist with construction phase activities, including participating in site visits, supporting RFI responses, reviewing shop drawings, and helping update record drawings
• Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed
• Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices
• Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members
• Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders
• Collaborate with engineers and other multidisciplinary team members
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern