Civil Engineering Intern

EDG Inc; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

EDG Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern in Metairie, LA, to support civil/structural design for marine terminals and related facilities. Work includes docks, foundations, and structural elements with supervision by experienced engineers.

The role involves data collection, document reviews, wind/load calculations, and on-site observations. Ideal candidates are enrolled in Civil Engineering and can start around December 2026 or May 2027, with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program in the United States.
• Graduation dates of December 2026 or May 2027 are acceptable.
• Familiarity with ASCE, ASHTO, and AISC design processes and calculations.
• Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and log information for project work.
• Assist with review of Construction Documents and permit applications.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Perform wind load calculations and structural member sizing.
• Assist with dock inspection, onsite assessments and report writing.
• Support in 2D/3D structural analysis using software.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Civil Engineering student

Graduation dates Dec 2026 / May 2027

ASCE/ASHTO/AISC knowledge

Job description

EDG Inc

Civil Engineering Intern

Job Opening Details

Industry*Marine & TerminalsPositionCivil Engineering InternReq Code3074General LocationMetairie

RequisitionNumber: 3074

JobTitle: Civil Engineering Intern

DateOpened: 10/26/2026

Location: Metairie,LA

Industry: Marine& Terminals

Department: Marine& Terminal Engineering

EmploymentType: Casual

Part-TimeAvailable: No

Eligiblefor US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

FLSAExemption: Non-Exempt

JobSummary:

The CivilEngineer Intern will gain exposure to the civil/structural design of steel and concrete structures related to marineterminals, industrial, bulk material handling and process facilities.This includes docks, foundations, retainingwalls, structural steel platforms, bents and towers, as well as modification toexisting structures and deep/shallow foundation systems.This work may involve basic hand orspreadsheet calculations and/or computer modeling, using software such as RISA,STAAD and/or SACS from conceptual engineering through construction.Work assignments will be performed under theclose supervision of experienced engineering staff.

JobDuties and Responsibilities:

• Collect data, log information;
• Assist with Review of Construction Documents;
• Assist with Permit Applications;
• Make notation during technical meetings anddevelop meeting minutes;
• Assist onsite with dock inspection andassessment;
• Observe and record construction activities;
• Assist with review of construction submittals;
• Perform Wind Load Calculations;
• Perform steel beam, column and connectioncalculations;
• Design pipe and tray supports;
• Design shallow and deep foundations;
• Attend project discussions/internal meetingswith other disciplines;
• Participate in project meeting/communicationswith clients;
• Perform 2D and 3D Structural Analysis using advancedsoftware;
• Design Reinforced Concrete paving, beams,columns and foundations;
• Design personnel walkways;
• Design monorail beams;
• Analyze dock inspection results, determinerecommendations, and create report;
• Perform mooring calculations;
• Attend industrial building inspections andassessments;
• Perform in place, lift, transportation(acceleration) analysis using advanced software;
• Perform pile soil interaction analysis usingadvanced software;
• Perform vibration analysis;
• Size lift rigging;
• Design lift eyes.

Qualifications(Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Local candidates only-must live within reasonable commuting distance toMetairie office;
• Enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program in an educationalinstitution in the United States;
• AcceptingDecember 2026 and May 2027 graduation dates;
• Appropriate collegelevel understanding of ASCE, ASHTO, AISC, design process, operationalpurpose/use, calculations and technical analyses;
• Availability and theability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously;
• Strong written andverbal communications skills.

WorkingConditions:

• Work is primarily conducted in an officeenvironment (Private or Semi-Private office) but may require occasional travelto off-site work locations;
• May gain experience with field duties at anonshore client site that may require outdoor exposure or work in an indoorindustrial atmosphere;
• Interaction with other team members, as wellas supervisors and client personnel;
• Working in plant or other industrial facilityaround production machinery with extreme noise levels;
• Must be able to wear safety equipment asrequired by the safety department for personal protection;
• May be at more than one job site in a day andmust be able to tolerate climate changes.

PhysicalRequirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation):

• Must be able to lift and carry twenty (20) pounds;
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing orother communication capabilities which permits employee to communicateeffectively;
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time;
• Sufficient vision or other powers ofobservation which permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations;
• Sufficient manual dexterity which permit theemployee to perform routine office duties;
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexesto perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.

This job description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasksand levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title andshall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties andresponsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended tolimit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct andcontrol the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties andresponsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned thatare of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Other

DrugFree Workplace:

EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug freeworkplace.Applicants are subject toboth pre-employment hair and urine drug screens.

Post-hire, employees are subject to random, periodic,post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing which may include bothhair and urine drug screens. In addition to the requirements of EDGs drug freeworkplace program, employees may be required to sign, acknowledge and complywith drug free workplace policies or programs required by clients.

Weare an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status,or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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