About this role
The Project Designer (Internship position) in the Engineering Division is designed for a college student completing a Bachelor of Science degree program in Civil or Environmental Engineering. This is a hands-on position and an opportunity to learn a variety of engineering tasks including production drawings, reports, calculations, modeling, and design support. This is a seasonal position that will work full-time/40 hours per week from mid-May through mid-August 2027.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn technical knowledge quickly
- Self-motivated
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Effective time management
Key Responsibilities
- Learn to use AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, and water, wastewater, and stormwater computer modeling software.
- Assist with production drawings, plan sets, site analysis, engineer’s opinions of probable costs, utility computations, and civil design.
- Assist with supporting reports and calculations, including hydrology and sewer reports.
- Learn about applicable engineering standards, codes, and the permitting process.
- Participate in project status meetings and client/stakeholder meetings as appropriate.
- Participate in field visits and construction site visits.
- Coordinate with outside utility companies and municipalities to gather information necessary for design.
- Gain exposure to different civil engineering disciplines and collaborate with professionals across Engineering, Structural, Survey, and Construction.
Requirements
- Student enrolled in a Bachelor and/or Master degree program in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Ability to work hours necessary to complete work within required time frames with regard to deadlines.
- Computer-proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook). Familiarity with CAD and GIS is preferred, but not required.
- Valid driver's license and driving record with 3 or less demerit points.
Benefits offered to eligible full-time employees include:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
- Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Eight (8) paid holidays
- Life insurance (company paid)
- Short and long-term disability insurance (company paid)
- Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
- Culture that provides work-life balance, and professional development and is community driven
- And much more!