2027 Summer Internship - Civil Engineering

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Louisville, KY is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern for the summer of 2027 with a focus on land development. The intern will support project teams under a licensed Professional Engineer, assisting with design tasks on residential and commercial development projects.

You will gain hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision.
• Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints.
• Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company-approved formats.
• Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection.
• Assist with redlines, submittals, preparation of exhibits, and record drawings.
• Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience develops.
• Assist in the design and preparation of plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
• Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements.
• Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects.
• Additional related duties as needed.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork & collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description: Pape-Dawson is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern in our Louisville, Kentucky office for the summer of 2027 focusing on land development. The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects within residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands‑on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision
• Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints
• Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards
• Utilize computer‑aided engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents
• Support the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company‑approved formats
• Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned
• Assist with redlines, submittals, preparation of exhibits, and record (as‑built) drawings
• Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop
• Assist in the design and preparation of plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts
• Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements
• Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects
• Additional related duties as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university
• Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Adaptable and flexible in managing shifting priorities and deadlines

About Pape‑Dawson

Pape-Dawson is an industry‑leading civil engineering and professional services firm. Our engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, archaeologists, data analysts, and construction management professionals work together to achieve our shared success: designing and delivering award‑winning infrastructure and development projects for our clients that make an impact on the communities we serve.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.