Civil Engineering Intern/Co-op – Transportation (Summer 2027)

Cognitioworld; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cognitioworld is offering an internship in civil engineering focused on CAD drafting and design calculations in Pittsburgh, PA. The role provides hands-on experience in a professional setting, collaborating with experienced practitioners and clients on transportation design projects.

The ideal candidate is enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Civil Engineering program, maintains good academic standing, and is committed to client service and professional growth during the internship.

Qualifications

• Some exposure to CAD Design programs such as MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Current good academic standing in an accredited engineering school.
• Commitment to contributing to an organization where client service is a top priority.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Civil Engineering Program.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAD drafting and design calculations.
• Assist in developing engineer's estimates.
• Support the transportation design group with entry-level engineering duties as needed.

Skills

CAD Design exposure

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Civil Engineering Program

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Perform CAD drafting and design calculations.
• Assist in developing engineer's estimates.
• Support the transportation design group with entry-level engineering duties as needed.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who have:

• Some exposure to CAD Design programs such as MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Current good academic standing in an accredited engineering school.
• Commitment to contributing to an organization where client service is a top priority.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Civil Engineering Program.

Training & Development

This internship offers hands‑on experience working alongside experienced practitioners and with clients and communities, providing practical skills and networking opportunities to support professional and personal growth.