Civil Design Intern

Thomas & Hutton; North Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Industry tools exposure

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton invites you to launch your civil engineering career with a hands-on internship in the Southeast. You’ll gain practical experience, learn from seasoned mentors, and contribute to real projects while building relationships that matter.

On-site schedule, condensed work week, and exposure to industry-leading tools provide a strong foundation for a future as a professional engineer. This internship emphasizes collaboration, growth, and real-world impact.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Interest in land development and site design projects.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD; exposure to Civil 3D preferred.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a team-oriented setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing site-development plans for residential, commercial, and industrial projects
• Support design of water, sewer, and storm-drainage layouts and construction drawings
• Assist with permit packages and coordination with regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and design teams on daily project tasks
• Support modeling and drafting efforts using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Assist with project documentation and organization to support scope, schedule, and quality goals

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Kick-start your civil engineering career where your work shapes communities across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll gain hands‑on experience supporting real‑world land-development projects, learn directly from seasoned mentors, and grow within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re eager to apply your classroom knowledge in a practical setting, and do it alongside people who value relationships as much as results, this internship is for you.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the preparation of site-development plans for residential, commercial, and industrial projects
• Support the design of water, sewer, and storm‑drainage layouts and construction drawings
• Assist with permit packages and coordination with regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and design teams on daily project tasks
• Support modeling and drafting efforts using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Assist with project documentation and organization to support scope, schedule, and quality goals

What You Bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Interest in land development and site design projects
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD; exposure to Civil 3D preferred
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a team‑oriented setting

Why Thomas & Hutton?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Condensed work schedule for better work‑life balance
• Hands‑on experience with real‑world engineering projects
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and designersExposure to industry‑leading tools, technology, and software
• Opportunity to build skills and prepare for a full‑time engineering career

Schedule:

On‑site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
(Schedule may be flexible based on academic commitments.)

At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of “Building Relationships and Solutions for Success” shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team.

When you join Thomas & Hutton, you’ll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting‑edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair with industry‑leading benefits, genuine work‑life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it’s clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.

Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.