Internship - Site Civil Engineering

Shive Hattery Group, Inc.•West Des Moines, IA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Internships offer invaluable hands-on experience to enhance your knowledge and understanding of your chosen career path. At Shive-Hattery, you’ll be treated as a full-time staff member with access to the same opportunities for learning and growth. You’ll work on actual client projects, where your contributions will directly impact both Shive-Hattery and the community. This experience will help expand your professional skill set and strengthen your portfolio, setting you up for future success. As an intern, you will be paired with a mid-to-senior level employee who will serve as your mentor. This mentor/mentee relationship is designed to foster a supportive environment where you can candidly discuss your career goals and aspirations. Our one-on-one informal mentoring approach fosters the development of professional relationships that complement your academic learning, enriching your overall internship experience. As a Site Civil Engineering Intern you will work on a variety of project types including site and utility design for industrial clients, data centers, schools, healthcare buildings, and commercial buildings. Additional opportunities for civil engineering projects like traffic, transportation, water resources and more will be available to interested candidates as our team believes a well-rounded internship provides the best internship experience for those who are still unsure what their preferred practice area of civil engineering might be. These experiences will provide insights into the profession, collaborative teamwork, and serving the needs of our clients.

Requirements

Must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Must possess a full, clean driver's license.
Must be able to submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (or a link to a portfolio if size constrained).

Nice To Haves

Interested in civil engineering projects like traffic, transportation, water resources, etc.

Responsibilities

Support the firm and shape projects from concept through completion.
Collaborate with teammates.
Contribute expertise to deliver thoughtful, high-quality solutions.
Work on actual client projects.
Be paired with a mid-to-senior level employee mentor for guidance and career discussions.
Work on site and utility design for industrial clients, data centers, schools, healthcare buildings, and commercial buildings.
Gain insights into the profession, collaborative teamwork, and serving client needs.