Civil Engineering Intern: Site Design & Field Exposure

Mckinley-Architecture-and-Engineering; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mckinley-Architecture-and-Engineering is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern/Co-Op to support the civil engineering team in site design, grading, and infrastructure development. You will assist with construction documents, grading plans, and utility layouts, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, while coordinating with architects and MEP professionals.

Gain hands-on experience in stormwater management, surveying interpretation, and permitting processes.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related program.
• Interest in site development, infrastructure design, land development, and construction.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D preferred.
• Experience with GIS, SketchUp, Revit, or visualization software a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Interest in learning civil design standards, permitting processes, and project delivery practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist civil engineers and designers with the preparation and modification of site design and construction documents.
• Support the development of grading plans, utility layouts, stormwater systems, and site improvement plans.
• Assist with drafting plan views, profiles, cross-sections, details, exhibits, and technical drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Help prepare maps, diagrams, and other graphics related to site development and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with research related to site conditions, codes, regulations, utilities, and permitting requirements.
• Participate in project coordination meetings with architectural, structural, and MEP team members.
• Support quality control reviews and project documentation activities.
• Assist with field investigations, site visits, and construction-phase observations when opportunities are available.
• Gain exposure to project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of engineering and project team objectives.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Currently enrolled in Civil Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

Mckinley-Architecture-and-Engineering is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern/Co-Op to support the civil engineering team in site design, grading, and infrastructure development. You will assist with construction documents, grading plans, and utility layouts, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, while coordinating with architects and MEP professionals.

Gain hands-on experience in stormwater management, surveying interpretation, and permitting processes.