Civil Engineering Internship: Field & Design Experience

McElhanney Ltd.; Fort St. John; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe & inclusive workplace

M-POWER Scholarship Program

Student Education Support (SES)

Shape Your Experience

Mentorship

Relocation Support

Job summary

McElhanney Ltd. offers a summer internship program in its Engineering division, starting May 2027 in Fort St. John. The role combines fieldwork and office design, with mentors and a cohort of students from across Canada.

You’ll collaborate with engineers to develop designs, conduct field inspections, and support project delivery from design to construction, gaining broad exposure to services and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Diploma or Degree program in Civil Engineering.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit or related software is an asset.
• Previous work experience in Civil Engineering or Construction is an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Engineers and Project Managers to develop designs from conceptual to detailed stages, using AutoCAD Civil 3D for multidisciplinary projects.
• Conduct field inspections for infrastructure construction and liaise with contractors on client sites.
• Work with the team to ensure schedules, budgets, quality control, and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Gain exposure to various McElhanney services, including materials testing, construction management, municipal infrastructure, transportation, water resources, geotechnical, bridge, and structural engineering.
• Participate in McElhanney’s safety practices to Think Safe, Work Safe, and Get Home Safe.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D familiarity

Revit familiarity

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

McElhanney Ltd. offers a summer internship program in its Engineering division, starting May 2027 in Fort St. John. The role combines fieldwork and office design, with mentors and a cohort of students from across Canada.

You’ll collaborate with engineers to develop designs, conduct field inspections, and support project delivery from design to construction, gaining broad exposure to services and safety practices.