Civil Engineering Intern: Hands-On Design & Field

Pape-Dawson; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking an Engineer Intern to support project teams under a licensed P.E., assisting with design tasks across transportation, water resources, and land development.

This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, documentation, and project coordination, with collaborative teamwork and opportunity to grow.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Civil or Agricultural Engineering at an ABET-accredited program.
• Familiar with engineering principles, practices, and procedures.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in teams.
• Adaptable to shifting priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision.
• Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints.
• Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company-approved formats.
• Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned.
• Assist with redlines, submittals, preparation of exhibits, and as-built drawings.
• Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience develops.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Written communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Agricultural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking an Engineer Intern to support project teams under a licensed P.E., assisting with design tasks across transportation, water resources, and land development.

This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, documentation, and project coordination, with collaborative teamwork and opportunity to grow.