Civil Engineering Intern - Water/Waste Water

LJA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development

Networking events

Volunteer activities

Job summary

LJA invites motivated students to join its Summer Internship in the Land Development department in Houston. This full-time, in-person program runs May–August, offering hands-on project work, mentorship, and exposure to real-world engineering challenges.

Interns collaborate with experienced professionals, gain site visits, and participate in professional development sessions. The program emphasizes teamwork, learning, and contributing to client projects daily.

Qualifications

• Completed at least one year of college and pursuing a BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Strong work ethic and motivation to learn the company and industry.
• Good organizational and communication skills, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering assignments with direction from experienced engineers.
• Shadow operations and learn about project phases.
• Engage in unique assignments supporting larger projects and daily engineering activities.
• Participate in social events and learn about our sectors and services.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering (pursuing)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

What The Lja Internship Experience Has To Offer

Our Summer Internship Program runs from mid-May through the first week of August and is a fully in-person experience, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

As an LJA intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to real-world projects. You'll be integrated into a team, take on meaningful assignments, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to launch your career.

INTERN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands-on project experience and design support
• Site visits and field exposure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Professional development and communication training
• Lunch & Learn sessions across multiple disciplines
• Career development panels and networking opportunities
• Volunteer activities and intern events

What Makes Lja Different

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Intern at LJA in our Land Development department, you will be able to explore our exciting and entrepreneurial culture will allow you to think creatively, solve problems, and meet the needs of our clients daily.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

• Perform engineering assignments with direction from experienced engineers
• Spend time shadowing actual operations and learn about project phases
• Will have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day-to-day workings of engineering
• Experience our culture and participate in social engagement activities and learn about our sectors and services

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Candidates must have completed at least one year of college and pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE

• Great work-ethic and are a highly motivated student with a strong academic performance
• Have sincere desire to gain experience in and knowledge of the company and industry
• Good organizational and communication (oral and written) skills
• Focused and attention to detail with ability to identify discrepancies
• Collaborate and work well in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially MS Excel

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Community Impact: Company-driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Professional growth through hands-on experience and a structured mentorship program.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, and team engagement opportunities, etc.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Hours worked during your internship are applied to your ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)