Civil Engineer Intern: Fieldwork & Design Mentorship

Houston Engineering, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Engineering, Inc. invites Civil Engineering students to join a hands-on internship that blends fieldwork on outdoor construction activities with diverse in-office projects.

You will work with engineers to observe, document, and assist on design tasks, gaining practical experience on real local projects. The program emphasizes mentorship, learning roadway design, drainage analysis, surveying, and erosion control, with opportunities to use AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and ArcGIS.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering, Bioproducts and Biosystem Engineering, or related Engineering program.
• Completed coursework in general surveying and AutoCAD is preferred.
• Able to work extended periods outdoors and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plan specifications and estimates and document construction activities.
• Assist with AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings and update drawings with project set drawings.
• Operate GPS and Total Station survey instruments.
• Perform work in software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, ArcGIS.
• Potential observation and data collection at different project sites.
• Assist with research, development and design of projects.

Skills

Outdoor work capability

Math skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Engineering student pursuing Civil/Environmental/related

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

ArcGIS

Job description

Houston Engineering, Inc. invites Civil Engineering students to join a hands-on internship that blends fieldwork on outdoor construction activities with diverse in-office projects.

You will work with engineers to observe, document, and assist on design tasks, gaining practical experience on real local projects. The program emphasizes mentorship, learning roadway design, drainage analysis, surveying, and erosion control, with opportunities to use AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and ArcGIS.