Civil Construction Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Clark Dietz, Inc.; Illinois; Híbrido; USD 28 000 - 36 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive pay

Hands-on internship experience

Mentorship program

Networking opportunities

Skill development

Intern swag kit

Safety gear provided

Summer events

Resumo da oferta

Clark Dietz, Inc. is offering a Construction Engineer Intern position to support engineers on transportation projects across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. You will participate in inspection, documentation, and measurements on active sites.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience, CAD proficiency, and collaboration with a mentor pod, as you learn planning, project execution, and professional development throughout the summer.

Qualificações

• Students with a declared major in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents and research specifications and codes as needed.
• Ability to perform basic calculations to compute quantities, verify measurements, and organize and analyze data.
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks with guidance from other staff.
• Good communication and listening skills with the ability to ask insightful questions and learn and apply new skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist engineers with construction inspection services on transportation projects for IDOT, Tollway and municipalities.
• Duties include inspection and documentation of construction activities, computing quantities, and verifying measurements and layouts on project sites.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to read plans & specs

Quantities calculations

Formação académica

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering

Ferramentas

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Bentley ORD

MicroStation

MS Excel

MS Word

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

At Clark Dietz, we're more than an engineering firm. We're employee-owners committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. As an ENR Top 500 design firm with offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, we provide transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical, and construction engineering services that make a lasting impact.

Internship Overview

Clark Dietz internships provide a great opportunity to apply academic learning to real world engineering projects through hands on experience. Interns also participate in group activities throughout the summer to learn about the engineering profession, technical areas, and career paths.

As a Construction Engineer Intern, you will assist engineers with construction inspection services on a variety of transportation construction projects for IDOT, Tollway and municipalities. Duties will include assisting inspection and documentation of construction activities, computing quantities, and verifying measurements and layouts on project sites.

Requirements

• Students with a declared major in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents and research specifications and codes as needed.
• Ability to perform basic calculations to compute quantities, verify measurements, and organize and analyze data.
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks with guidance from other staff.
• Good communication and listening skills with the ability to ask insightful questions and learn and apply new skills.
• Previous experience using CAD software (AutoCad, Civil 3D, Bentley ORD, MicroStation) is desired. Proficiency with MS Office (Excel & Word) is required.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle for commuting to project sites is required.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Pay: $20 to $26 per hour, based on experience and academic year.
• Hands-On Experience: Contribute to impactful projects and gain practical experience.
• Mentorship: Assignment to an Intern Mentor Pod led by an experienced professional.
• Networking: Build connections with teammates and leaders.
• Skill Development: Sharpen your technical and soft skills through project work.
• Perks: Intern swag kit and safety gear provided.
• Events: Engage in learning and social activities throughout the summer.

Engineering Quality of Life Starts Here

It’s more than our tagline - It's something we strive to create not only for the communities we serve but also for our employee-owners who make it a reality.

You’ll help shape the places people rely on every day - The roads we drive, the bridges we cross, the water we drink, and the public facilities we use. Our work improves everyday life because we're designing infrastructure our own communities depend on.

We think you'll fit right in.

Clark Dietz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.