Civil Engineering Intern (Highway/Roadway) - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern (Highway/Roadway) in Tempe, AZ for Summer 2027. You will contribute to design tasks on large-scale infrastructure projects, learn standard industry procedures, and gain hands-on experience alongside veteran engineers and project managers.

You will work on interstate, freeway interchanges, and major arterial road projects, using CAD tools and design software, while developing technical reports and documentation skills in a collaborative, hybrid work

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Civil or Transportation Engineering in an accredited program.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic highway/roadway geometric design calculations.
• Help prepare technical reports and design documentation.
• Utilize CAD to prepare drawings, layouts, and models per standards.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern (Highway/Roadway) to join our Transportation team in Tempe, AZ in Summer 2027, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience in large-scale infrastructure projects and apply your academic knowledge to real-world transportation engineering challenges. You will assist our team in various aspects of highway/roadway design and learn about industry-standard procedures and software.

Project opportunities may include supporting the design of interstate highways, freeway interchanges, and major arterial roads. You'll work alongside experienced Engineers and Project Managers, gaining valuable insights into transportation engineering.

Your Responsibilities May Include

• Assist in basic highway/roadway geometric design calculations
• Help prepare technical reports and design documentation
• Utilizing CADD to prepare various engineering drawings, layouts, and/or models to communicate project details in accordance with established standards and procedures;

Here's what you'll need

• In pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering in an accredited program
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office program

Ideally, You Will Have

• 3.0 GPA
• At least a rising Junior
• Familiarity with CAD software, such as MicroStationand AutoCAD
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to transportation infrastructure projects
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $47,300.00 to $62,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on October 16, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.