Civil Engineering Intern: Hands-on Design & Field Experience

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; 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 alongside experienced civil engineers on active projects, contributing to planning, design, and construction tasks.

You will gain hands-on experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, supporting documentation, field visits, and cross-team collaboration while developing professional skills for a career in civil consulting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering.
• Completed at least two years of coursework; junior year or beyond by Summer 2027.
• Interested in civil engineering consulting and learning across projects.
• Foundational knowledge of civil engineering principles.
• Familiar with AutoCAD and Civil 3D through coursework or experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Willingness to learn new tools and processes.
• Prior internship or professional engineering experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and preparation of civil engineering plans, exhibits, calculations, and technical documentation
• Assist with site planning, grading, drainage, stormwater, utility, and other civil infrastructure design tasks
• Use AutoCAD and Civil 3D to prepare and update drawings and design plans
• Conduct research and gather project information needed to support engineering decisions
• Participate in project meetings, design discussions, and internal coordination
• Assist with field visits to observe site conditions and support project documentation
• Collaborate with engineers and other project team members across a variety of assignments
• Learn how technical design decisions connect to project goals, client needs, schedules, and construction considerations
• Contribute ideas and ask questions while developing your technical knowledge and professional skills

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Two years of coursework completed

Junior year or beyond by Summer 2027

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Northern California is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will work alongside experienced civil engineers on active projects, contributing to planning, design, and construction tasks.

You will gain hands-on experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, supporting documentation, field visits, and cross-team collaboration while developing professional skills for a career in civil consulting.