Civil Engineer Intern - Land Development (Summer 2027)

Pape-Dawson; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns for the summer of 2027 in Florida offices (Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Sarasota). Interns support project teams under a licensed P.E., assisting with design tasks on land development and infrastructure projects, gaining hands-on experience with design tools and technical documentation.

Responsibilities include preparing plans, evaluating design alternatives, and assisting with reports and field activities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Agricultural 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.

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 and other design software 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 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.

Skills

Engineering principles

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil or Agricultural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns for the summer of 2027 in Florida offices (Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Sarasota). Interns support project teams under a licensed P.E., assisting with design tasks on land development and infrastructure projects, gaining hands-on experience with design tools and technical documentation.

Responsibilities include preparing plans, evaluating design alternatives, and assisting with reports and field activities.