Civil Engineering Intern: Hands-on Design & AutoCAD Summer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Northern California is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will work with senior engineers on active projects, contributing to planning, design, and construction stages, and gaining real-world exposure.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, field visits, teamwork, and development of professional skills in a collaborative, in-office environment based in San Francisco or Roseville.

Qualifications

• We are seeking a motivated civil engineering student eager to learn and contribute.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with coursework completed.
• Known foundational Civil Engineering principles and willingness to learn new tools.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D through coursework or projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication with good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and preparation of civil engineering plans, exhibits, calculations.
• Assist with site planning, grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, and other tasks.
• Use AutoCAD and Civil 3D to prepare and update drawings and plans.
• Gather project information and support engineering decisions.
• Participate in project meetings and internal coordination.
• Assist with field visits to observe site conditions and document findings.
• Collaborate with engineers and project team on diverse assignments.
• Learn how design decisions connect to goals, clients, and schedules.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Organization

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Northern California is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will work with senior engineers on active projects, contributing to planning, design, and construction stages, and gaining real-world exposure.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, field visits, teamwork, and development of professional skills in a collaborative, in-office environment based in San Francisco or Roseville.