Civil Engineering Intern

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Olympia, WA. You will gain real-world experience supporting building projects and multidisciplinary teams, while applying standard engineering techniques under supervision.

The role emphasizes collaboration with architects, engineers, and designers, with opportunities to prepare drawings, models, renderings, and construction documents in a dynamic, employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects.
• Support multidisciplinary project teams in planning and design.
• Assist with drawings, models, renderings, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with project teams and attend design reviews.
• Summer 2027 internship timeline.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

MS Office

Culture fit

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate Engineering program

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

SketchUp

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Civil Engineering Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Support multidisciplinary project teams in the planning, design, and delivery of building projects
• Assist with the preparation of drawings, models, renderings, specifications, and construction documents
• Collaborate with architects, mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing, and other design professionals
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and site visits
• Conduct research on building systems, codes, sustainability initiatives, and emerging technologies
• Utilize industry-standard software and digital tools to support project development
• Perform other duties as needed
• Internship is for Summer 2027

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, SketchUp, or other design software is a plus

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Washington-Olympia

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

BusinessClass : Building Site Civil

Job Posting

Sep 28, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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