Civil Engineering Intern: Site Design & AutoCAD 3D (Asheville)

SeamonWhiteside; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

SeamonWhiteside (SW+) is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join our Asheville, NC office for Summer 2027. Applications are being accepted now through Fall 2026.

Students should have completed their sophomore year by Summer 2027 and be pursuing a major in Civil Engineering or a related field. You will assist with land development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D and collaborate with our team on stormwater, grading, drainage, and roadway design.

Qualifications

• Sophomore year completed by Summer 2027.
• Major in Civil Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist land development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Support stormwater, grading, drainage, roadways, and utilities design.
• Prepare engineering plans and address redlines/revisions.
• Assist with permit/submittal packages for agencies/clients.
• Participate in site visits with Construction Administration team.
• Attend project meetings and collaborate with project managers and staff.
• Support other project-related tasks as needed.

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering major or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

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SeamonWhiteside (SW+) is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join our Asheville, NC office for Summer 2027. Applications are being accepted now through Fall 2026.

About Us

Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW+, we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.

With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW+ leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW+ has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors, including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high-end resort, and parks and recreation projects.

With over 250 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC, as well as Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville, NC, SW+ inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, “Elevating the site design experience.” Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW+ offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

Students should have completed their sophomore year by Summer 2027 and have declared a major in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with land development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Support the design of stormwater management, grading, drainage, roadways, and utility systems.
• Prepare engineering plans and address project redlines and revisions.
• Assist with permit and submittal packages for agencies and clients.
• Participate in site visits with the Construction Administration team.
• Attend project meetings and collaborate with project managers and engineering staff.
• Support other project-related tasks as needed.