Civil Design Intern — Summer 2027 (Bend)

DOWL

Bend, Northern (OR, KY)

Hybrid

USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

DOWL invites applications for a fantastic 2027 summer internship in Bend, Oregon. You will provide engineering assistance across Civil & Land Development, Transportation & Structures, Water & Environmental Services, or Construction-Related Services practices.

Qualifications include 1–2 years of college coursework in civil engineering and a willingness to learn AutoCAD, drafting, and project coordination. Driving is required to support site visits and fieldwork.

Qualifications

One to two years of college-level coursework toward a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering.
Prior work experience in construction or civil engineering related fields is desirable.

Responsibilities

Establish and document existing conditions at project sites through research and site visits.
Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects.
Perform manual and/or AutoCAD drafting.
Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals.
Prepare and route project related correspondence and record keeping.
Conduct periodic site visits to construction sites to monitor quality and progress of the work.
Assist with writing and editing construction specifications.
Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications.