2027 Roadway Civil Engineering Internship

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plan

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Civil Engineering internship candidate to support our Roadway Engineering team.

You will help prepare plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates for rural and urban roadways, and gather data for reports. The ideal candidate is actively enrolled in an ABET-accredited civil engineering program, has completed sophomore year, and demonstrates strong communication and analytical skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Office and a valid

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Preparing plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Gathering and/or providing data for the preparation of engineering or environmental reports and studies.
• Performing and/or reviewing calculations or reports related to geometrics, transportation engineering, and quantities.
• Utilizing engineering software packages such as MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCad/Civil3D
• Conducting field investigations and/or survey assistance to gather information.
• Documenting and/or observing construction operations.
• Writing memoranda, letters, or general reports; collecting and correlating engineering data; maintaining records; attending meetings.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering program

Active enrollment in 4-year college or university

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

AutoCad/Civil3D

Job description

Hanson Values Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment. Our Roadway Engineering discipline includes Civil Engineers who plan, design, and prepare construction documents for rural and urban roadways, freeways, and interstates for local, state, and private clients. Design includes vertical and horizontal alignments, geometric design, intersections and interchanges, roadside safety, pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, pavement marking and signage, utility coordination, erosion control, and construction staging. Software including MicroStation with OpenRoads/Geopak or AutoCAD with Civil3D are often used for this work, which may include 3D modeling of the existing and proposed improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Gathering and/or providing data for the preparation of engineering or environmental reports and studies.
• Performing and/or reviewing calculations or reports such as those related to geometrics, transportation engineering, and quantities.
• Utilizing engineering software packages such as MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCad/Civil3D
• Conducting field investigations and/or survey assistance to gather information.
• Documenting and/or observing construction operations.
• Performing related duties such as writing memoranda, letters, or general reports; collecting and correlating engineering data; maintaining records; and attending meetings.

Qualifications:

Interns must be actively enrolled in an ABET-accredited civil engineering program. The ideal candidate will have successfully completed their sophomore year and be actively enrolled in a 4-year college or university.

Key requirements are listed but not limited to the following:

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license

The hourly range for this position is $21 - $26 per hour for undergraduates. $30 - $40 per hour for postgraduates.

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn development sessions
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Award-winning internship program
• Employee recognition
• And so much more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYER

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position. Hanson specializes in engineering, planning, and a range of allied services. We’re an employee-owned, award-winning consulting firm with offices across the United States. Since 1954, our clients have known us as a trusted partner, committed to their success, and capable of handling challenging projects. From planning and design to construction and completion, we’ll take a hands‑on approach to your project with a clear focus on your goals, budget, and timeline.