Civil Engineering Intern — Hands-On Design & Field Exposure

Pape-Dawson; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape‑Dawson Engineers is seeking an Engineering Intern to support project teams under a licensed Professional Engineer. You will assist with design tasks across transportation, water resources, and land development, gaining hands‑on experience with design tools and coordination.

The role emphasizes assisting with plans, specifications, and feasibility analyses while developing technical skills in a collaborative setting. ABET‑accredited program student preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Agricultural Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptable and flexible in managing 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 computer‑aided engineering and design software (e.g., 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 record (as‑built) drawings.
• Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Excel

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

ABET-accredited Civil or Agricultural Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Pape‑Dawson Engineers is seeking an Engineering Intern to support project teams under a licensed Professional Engineer. You will assist with design tasks across transportation, water resources, and land development, gaining hands‑on experience with design tools and coordination.

The role emphasizes assisting with plans, specifications, and feasibility analyses while developing technical skills in a collaborative setting. ABET‑accredited program student preferred.