Civil Engineering Intern: Fieldwork & AutoCAD Civil 3D

Houston-Engineering,-Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Engineering Inc. in Des Moines, IA, invites civil engineering students to join as a Civil Engineer Intern, gaining field and in-office project experience.

You will support plans, estimates, and documentation while contributing to roadway design, drainage analysis, and erosion control. Responsibilities include AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings, surveying, and data collection, with outdoor work and collaboration with engineers across project types.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering, Bioproducts and Biosystem Engineering, or related Engineering program.
• Completed coursework in general surveying and AutoCAD are preferred.
• Able to work extended periods of time in outdoor conditions.
• Above average math and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and availability for overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plan specifications and estimates as well as documenting construction activities.
• Assist with AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings and updateredlines with various project set drawings.
• Operate electronic survey instruments such as GPS and Total Station.
• Perform work in a variety of software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, ArcGIS, etc.
• Potential observation and data collection at different types of project sites.
• Assist with research, development and design of projects.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Education

Civil Engineering program

AutoCAD coursework

General surveying coursework

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

ArcGIS

Job description

Houston Engineering Inc. in Des Moines, IA, invites civil engineering students to join as a Civil Engineer Intern, gaining field and in-office project experience.

You will support plans, estimates, and documentation while contributing to roadway design, drainage analysis, and erosion control. Responsibilities include AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings, surveying, and data collection, with outdoor work and collaboration with engineers across project types.