Civil Engineering Intern - Land Development (Summer 2027)

RaganSmith; Chattanooga, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns for the summer of 2027 in our Tennessee offices (Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Franklin, and Murfreesboro). The Engineer Intern supports project teams under supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on land development projects.

This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS in Civil or Agricultural Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, practices and procedures.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Word, and Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with plans, specs, and cost estimates under supervision.
• Develop design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters.
• Analyze design features to meet project requirements and standards.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce drawings and exhibits.
• Prepare technical reports and engineering studies in approved formats.
• Participate in site visits, field activities, and data collection as assigned.
• Assist with redlines, submittals, and record drawings.
• Support design for residential, commercial, and site development projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Agricultural Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns for the summer of 2027 in our Tennessee offices (Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Franklin, and Murfreesboro). The Engineer Intern supports project teams under supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on land development projects.

This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.