Civil Engineering Intern: Land Development & Site Design

RETTEW; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

RETTEW is offering a Civil Engineering Intern position to support the Land Development Team during Summer 2027. You will work under the guidance of experienced professionals on diverse projects, gaining hands-on experience in site design, permitting, and field observations.

You’ll use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office, performing basic calculations and data organization while aligning with coursework and development goals in a structured ASPIRE internship program.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• Availability to work full-time during Summer 2027 internship dates.
• Foundational understanding of civil engineering principles from coursework or projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and designers with land development assignments for commercial, industrial, residential, institutional, and mixed-use projects.
• Support preparation and revision of site plans, grading plans, utility layouts, stormwater-management documents, erosion and sediment control plans, and permit materials.
• Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, and other technical tools as appropriate.
• Perform basic calculations, quantity takeoffs, data organization, and technical research under supervision.
• Research municipal ordinances, zoning provisions, and local, state, or federal permitting requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, surveyors, planners, environmental professionals, and project managers.
• Participate in project meetings, quality reviews, and documentation activities.
• Support site visits, data collection, construction observations, or other field assignments under 100% field supervision.
• Complete ASPIRE program activities and communicate progress, questions, and lessons learned.

Skills

Civil engineering

Field supervision

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

RETTEW is offering a Civil Engineering Intern position to support the Land Development Team during Summer 2027. You will work under the guidance of experienced professionals on diverse projects, gaining hands-on experience in site design, permitting, and field observations.

You’ll use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office, performing basic calculations and data organization while aligning with coursework and development goals in a structured ASPIRE internship program.