2027 Civil Summer Internship

Wallace Design Collective; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Impact

Mentorship

Culture

FT Pipeline

Job summary

Wallace Design Collective is seeking Civil Summer Interns to support real commercial, educational, healthcare, and land development projects. You’ll work closely with our civil engineering team on hands-on site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater management using industry-standard tools.

You’ll be integrated into active project teams this summer, gaining mentorship and exposure to permitting processes, field visits, and collaborative design discussions that drive real outcomes.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Coursework in fluid mechanics, hydrology, or surveying; AutoCAD Civil 3D or GIS is a plus.
• Strong analytical problem-solving, eager to learn, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Clear written and verbal communication with a team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing site development plans and grading using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Model stormwater runoff and design detention systems.
• Support grading and earthwork analysis with finish surface grades.
• Learn permitting processes and agency coordination with local codes.
• Attend intern sessions and project meetings, with potential site visits.

Skills

Site layout

Civil drafting

Hydrology

GIS

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Brief Description

At Wallace Design Collective, we are civil engineers, structural engineers, landscape architects, and surveyors who believe great design starts with exceptional collaboration. We don’t just size pipes and grade sites; we partner with architects, owners, and contractors to shape the land and build resilient, sustainable communities.

Brief Description

At Wallace Design Collective, we are civil engineers, structural engineers, landscape architects, and surveyors who believe great design starts with exceptional collaboration. We don’t just size pipes and grade sites; we partner with architects, owners, and contractors to shape the land and build resilient, sustainable communities.

We operate in a dynamic, creative environment where curiosity is celebrated, mentorship is built into the daily routine, and every team member’s voice matters. As an intern, you won't spend your summer doing busywork—you’ll be integrated directly into active project teams, tackling real site development challenges alongside seasoned professionals.

As a Civil Summer Intern, you will work side‑by‑side with our civil engineering team on real commercial, educational, healthcare, and land development projects across the country. You will get hands‑on experience in site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater management while using industry‑standard design tools to bring land development concepts to life.

Hourly Rate: $18.25 - $25.00 per hour

Requirements

What You’ll Do

• Site Layout & Civil Drafting: Assist in preparing site development plans, including site layouts, utility routing, and grading plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Stormwater & Hydrology Design: Learn to model stormwater runoff, size detention systems, and design green infrastructure/BMPs using hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools.
• Grading & Earthwork Analysis: Work with engineers to establish finished surface grades, design retainage systems, and evaluate cut/fill site balances.
• Permitting & Agency Coordination: Gain exposure to local municipal codes, zoning requirements, and environmental permitting processes.
• Collaboration & Field Visits: Participate in intern learning sessions, project team meetings, and potential site visits to observe land development construction firsthand.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Technical Skills: Coursework in fluid mechanics, hydrology, or surveying. Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or GIS is a plus.
• Mindset: Strong analytical problem-solving skills, eager to learn, proactive in asking questions, and detail-oriented.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills with a team‑first attitude.

Why Intern at Wallace?

• Real Impact: Gain actual, project‑level experience that translates directly into your career after graduation.
• Mentorship & Growth: Work closely with leaders who care about your professional growth and will actively mentor you throughout the summer.
• Culture: Enjoy a supportive, balanced, and fun workplace culture with regular team events, firm‑wide activities, and intern activities.
• Pathway to Full-Time: Our internship program is a primary pipeline for full‑time entry‑level civil engineering hiring upon graduation.