Civil Engineering Intern — Field & Design Experience

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. is inviting applications for our 2027 summer Civil Engineering Intern season in Des Moines, IA.

This internship focuses on municipal infrastructure projects and provides hands-on field experience alongside professional engineers and project managers. Selected candidates will contribute to design, planning, and construction observation activities, with opportunities for report writing and cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Degree Programs: Selected candidates will be enrolled in a Civil Engineering degree program or closely related program from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.8 GPA; Desired GPA 3.2 or above
• Current Status: Desired is Sophomore or above with completed coursework in general surveying and AutoCAD drafting.
• Students must have the ability to work in extended outdoor conditions and be physically capable of navigating rugged terrain for the purpose of performing the construction observation duties.
• Students must possess a valid driver’s license and their own transportation or have ability to use public transportation. You will be reimbursed for business-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist on civil engineering projects with tasks involving civil engineering, planning and design.
• Assists with the preparation of reports, of plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Assists with construction observation, performing construction staking, performing construction administration duties
• Some internship opportunities may also include working on various reports, completing design calculations, writing specifications, and reviewing shop drawings.

Skills

Civil engineering

Team collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering degree program

Tools

AutoCAD drafting

Job description

Bolton & Menk, Inc. is inviting applications for our 2027 summer Civil Engineering Intern season in Des Moines, IA.

This internship focuses on municipal infrastructure projects and provides hands-on field experience alongside professional engineers and project managers. Selected candidates will contribute to design, planning, and construction observation activities, with opportunities for report writing and cost estimates.