Civil Engineering Intern

Thompson & Litton Inc; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Thompson & Litton Inc is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for their Radford office. The internship provides a hands-on experience in land development and infrastructure design, allowing students to engage in real-world projects while working closely with licensed Professional Engineers. Interns will assist in tasks like drafting, grading design, stormwater management, and compliance research. Ideal candidates are Civil Engineering students with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program for Civil Engineering.
• Strong skills in communication to translate technical data into reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications like Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support development of site layouts and construction drawings.
• Assist with grading design and stormwater management systems.
• Research municipal zoning and ensure project compliance.
• Participate in site visits and investigations.
• Help prepare engineering reports and project proposals.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Bridge the Gap Between Classroom and Career

Are you a Civil Engineering student ready to move beyond the textbook? Join Thompson & Litton in our Radford office for a hands‑on internship that puts you at the center of land development and infrastructure design. This isn't just a role for 'assisting'—it's an opportunity to learn the intricacies of site development, stormwater management, and utility design while working directly alongside licensed Professional Engineers (PEs).

The Role: What You'll Do

As a Civil Engineer Intern, you will be an integral part of our design team, supporting both public and private sector projects that shape the Southwest Virginia landscape. You will:

• Design & Draft: Support the development of conceptual site layouts and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Solve Problems: Assist with grading design, earthwork analyses, and complex stormwater management systems.
• Navigate Regulations: Research municipal zoning and development ordinances to ensure project compliance.
• Get in the Field: Participate in site visits and field investigations to see how plans translate to reality.
• Build the Foundation: Help prepare engineering reports, technical specifications, and project proposals.

What You'll Bring

• Current Pursuit: You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program for Civil Engineering.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills to help translate technical data into clear reports.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).

Preferred Skills (The 'Nice-to-Haves')

• Experience or interest in AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
• Coursework emphasis in land development, water resources, or transportation.