Transportation Internship

DOWL•Reno, NV

About The Position

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork. Transportation Planning and Design Join our dynamic team of transportation planners and designers dedicated to creating innovative, practical solutions that improve safety, connectivity, and accessibility. Collaborating closely with our traffic engineers, you'll help develop and implement roadway improvements that solve immediate traffic challenges while supporting long-term community goals. If you're passionate about shaping smarter, safer transportation systems, we’d love you to be a part of our team! Summary Are you a civil engineering student ready to turn classroom knowledge into real-world experience? DOWL is offering an exciting internship designed to immerse you in the dynamic world of the built environment. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of projects across our Civil & Land Development, Water & Environmental Services, Transportation & Structures, and Construction-Related Services teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, and develop practical skills that will set you apart after graduation. Whether you're interested in designing roadways, managing stormwater systems, or supporting construction efforts, this internship will help you explore your passions and discover where your future in civil engineering can take you.

Requirements

One to two years of college-level course work in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical analysis, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to effectively present information to clients, co-workers, and the public.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Should be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project software.
Ability to prioritize special projects and daily workload to ensure that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in construction or civil engineering related fields is desirable.
AutoCAD knowledge and experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Establish and document existing conditions at project sites through research and site visits.
Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects.
Perform manual and/or AutoCAD drafting.
Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals.
Prepare and route project related correspondence and record keeping.
Conduct periodic site visits to construction sites to monitor quality and progress of the work.
Assist with writing and editing construction specifications.
Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications.
Estimate construction costs.
Assist survey crews.
Perform construction inspection of roadway project.
Perform materials testing in support of our lab technicians.
Other engineering related duties as assigned.