Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants (CEC) is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern/Co-Op in the Boston or Providence region to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams. You will help develop skills in site design, engineering analysis, plan preparation, and field support on diverse land development projects.

You will gain hands-on experience through all project phases, from initial concepts and design to permitting, bidding, construction, and completion, while interacting with clients,

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Civil or Environmental Engineering program (a plus is being enrolled in an applicable college major)
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word & Excel) is required
• AutoCAD experience
• Prior internship and/or related experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering calculations, plan preparation, and field support
• Contribute to site design for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects
• Gain exposure to phases from concept through permitting, bidding, construction, and completion
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interact with clients and officials as needed

Skills

MS Office

AutoCAD

Education

Civil/Environmental Engineering student

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Job Locations: US-MA-Peabody

Category: Co-Op / Intern

Type: Intern

Overview

As a Civil Engineering Intern/Co-Op with Civil & Environmental Consultants (CEC) in the Boston or Providence region, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to develop technical skills in site design, engineering analysis, plan preparation, and field support. Interns contribute to a variety of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects by assisting with engineering calculations, preparing plans and exhibits, conducting site visits, and supporting project development efforts.

You will gain hands‑on experience in the design of diverse land development projects, including urban mixed‑use redevelopments, multifamily housing communities, suburban residential neighborhoods, and large‑scale commercial and industrial facilities. Working alongside experienced engineers and designers, you will be exposed to every phase of a project's lifecycle, from initial concepts and design, through permitting, regulatory review, bidding, construction, and project completion.

This role also provides valuable opportunities to interact with clients, contractors, and public officials while developing an understanding of the collaborative nature of the engineering profession. In addition, you will work closely with professionals across multiple disciplines, including Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical and Solid Waste Engineering, gaining a comprehensive perspective on integrated project delivery.

Through the CEC Internship Program, you will:

• Acquire practical experience applying knowledge from college courses, learn from industry experts, and collaborate with teams across functional groups and locations
• Develop a robust professional network through social events and interactive activities
• Collaborate closely with a mentor in your discipline to tackle real‑world challenges
• Participate in workshops to help foster interpersonal skills within the workplace and prepare students for success in their full‑time careers

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Civil or Environmental Engineering program (a plus is being enrolled in an applicable college major)
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word & Excel) is required
• AutoCAD experience
• Prior internship and/or related experience preferred

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the U.S. without sponsorship

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small‑firm work environment with large‑firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we also will provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long‑term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work‑life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.