Civil Engineering Intern

Ardurra; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra's RVE division seeks a Civil/Municipal Engineering Intern in Cherry Hill, NJ. Under supervision, you will assist with municipal infrastructure, roadway, drainage and utility design tasks, supporting project teams and documenting work.

You will interact with municipalities and engineers and gain exposure to the full project lifecycle. The role focuses on developing foundational civil engineering skills, familiarizing you with design software, plans, specifications and project coordination

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Interest in civil engineering, municipal infrastructure, and local government.
• Strong organizational skills and effective communication.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with entry-level civil engineering tasks on municipal projects.
• Support roadway, drainage, stormwater, utility, water and site design tasks.
• Help with data collection, basic calculations, reports and specs.
• Prepare plans, maps, and design documents for municipal projects.
• Coordinate with municipalities, utilities, contractors and stakeholders.
• Review civil drawings for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with field investigations and site visits.
• Learn engineering software for drafting, calculations, mapping and documentation.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Bluebeam

GIS

Job description

RVE, an Ardurra Company, is seeking a Civil/Municipal Engineering Intern in our Cherry Hill, NJ office.

This candidate will work under general supervision and perform assignments of limited scope that require the application of standard engineering techniques in carrying out a sequence of related tasks. Projects may include municipal infrastructure, roadway and site design, stormwater management, drainage improvements, utility design, and related public infrastructure projects.

Primary Function:

Under moderate supervision, the Civil/Municipal Engineering Intern performs engineering assignments that will involve supporting municipal and civil engineering projects, technical documentation, design tasks, data collection. The Intern will gain exposure to working with municipalities, public infrastructure projects, engineering software, and the overall design and development process. The Intern is expected to demonstrate growing technical skills, initiative, and reliability in supporting project teams.

Primary Duties:

• Under supervision, performs entry-level civil engineering duties, gaining exposure to municipal infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
• Assists with civil and municipal design tasks, including roadway, drainage, stormwater, utility, water, wastewater, and site improvement projects.
• Supports engineers with project data collection, basic engineering calculations, reports, specifications, schedules, and other project documentation.
• Assists with preparing plans, exhibits, maps, and other design documents for municipal and infrastructure projects.
• Supports engineers in coordinating with municipalities, utility companies, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Assists with reviewing civil drawings, plans, specifications, and project documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Supports field investigations and site visits to document existing infrastructure and site conditions.
• Applies basic knowledge of civil engineering principles to contribute to project deliverables and municipal improvement projects.
• Gains experience using engineering and design software to assist with drafting, plan preparation, calculations, mapping, and project documentation.
• Supports project teams with various technical and administrative assignments as needed.
• Develops an understanding of applicable municipal, local, state, and federal regulations, design standards, and engineering practices.
• Gains exposure to the municipal project process, including working with municipalities from initial planning and design through permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Specific activities vary by assignment and project needs.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Interest in civil engineering, municipal infrastructure, and working with local government agencies and municipalities.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively with a team of professionals and independently.
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles, site development, infrastructure, and/or municipal systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or other engineering/design software is preferred but not required.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers.We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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