Civil Engineering Intern - Land Development

LJA; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health & dental

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Volunteer days

Professional development

Internal mobility

Fun culture

Job summary

LJA Land Development in McKinney, TX is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern - H&H to join our entrepreneurial, employee-owned environment. You will work under experienced engineers, perform assignments, shadow operations, and gain exposure to project phases.

This internship focuses on hands-on problem solving, collaboration, and learning our sectors and services. You will develop skills in MS Office, engineering practices, and client-facing communication while contributing to real projects.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed at least one year of college and be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Demonstrated work ethic and strong academic performance.
• Good organizational and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and collaborate in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering assignments with direction from experienced engineers.
• Shadow actual operations and learn project phases.
• Handle unique tasks supporting larger projects and daily workflows.
• Engage in social activities and learn about company sectors and services.

Skills

Work ethic

Motivated student

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

MS Excel

Education

One year of college

Pursuing BS in Civil/Environmental Eng

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What Lja Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes Lja Different

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Civil Engineering Intern - H&H at LJA Land Development, you will be able to explore our exciting and entrepreneurial culture will allow you to think creatively, solve problems, and meet the needs of our clients daily

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Perform engineering assignments with direction from experienced engineers
• Spend time shadowing actual operations and learn about project phases
• Will have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day-to-day workings of engineering
• Experience our culture and participate in social engagement activities and learn about our sectors and services

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must have completed at least one year of college and pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Great work-ethic and are a highly motivated student with a strong academic performance
• Have sincere desire to gain experience in and knowledge of the company and industry
• Good organizational and communication (oral and written) skills
• Focused and attention to detail with ability to identify discrepancies
• Collaborate and work well in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially MS Excel

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it.

Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.