Civil Engineering Intern: Hands-on Field, CAD & Design

trilongroup; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Profit-sharing bonus

Paid time off

Awesome work environment

Job summary

Fehr Graham is seeking Civil Engineering interns to work across municipal and environmental projects from our Midwest offices. You’ll support construction observation, review engineering plans, and build CAD skills while gaining hands-on experience.

Based in IL, IA, or WI, this internship emphasizes work‑life balance, collaboration, and professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate four-year degree in Civil Engineering.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; team player.
• Self-starter and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction observation and measuring quantities to ensure standards.
• Possible exposure to surveying and review/edit engineering plans.
• Sharpen CAD skills and help with basic design computations.
• Collaborate with engineers and environmental scientists on project deliverables.

Skills

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree

Blueprint reading

Independent & team work

Effective communication

Analytical & organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

Job description

Fehr Graham is seeking Civil Engineering interns to work across municipal and environmental projects from our Midwest offices. You’ll support construction observation, review engineering plans, and build CAD skills while gaining hands-on experience.

Based in IL, IA, or WI, this internship emphasizes work‑life balance, collaboration, and professional growth within a supportive team environment.