Civil Engineering Intern: Hands-On Traffic & Water Projects

Bowman Consulting; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Discretionary bonuses

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bowman Consulting in Fairfax, Virginia, is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for summer 2027. This internship offers exposure to traffic studies, water, storm and sanitary sewer projects, site and roadway design, and construction plans, with mentorship from seasoned professionals.

You will support site grading, CAD work, field inspections, and construction administration tasks, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent commensurate experience required.
• Enrolled in community college courses, a college degree program, or formal continuing education program.
• Focus on civil engineering or related discipline is strongly preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

Responsibilities

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.
• Interact with multiple departments and peers within the organization and participate in intern program learning and development opportunities.
• Assist with all aspects of project scope to include site grading, erosion and sediment control design, CAD design and drafting, storm water management design, water treatment, traffic analysis and/or utility design.
• Assist with field inspections.
• Observe and participate in construction administration (RFI/Submittal) responsibilities.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in community college courses or college degree program

Civil engineering focus preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bowman Consulting in Fairfax, Virginia, is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for summer 2027. This internship offers exposure to traffic studies, water, storm and sanitary sewer projects, site and roadway design, and construction plans, with mentorship from seasoned professionals.

You will support site grading, CAD work, field inspections, and construction administration tasks, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.