Civil Engineering Internship

Loureiro Engineering Associates Inc; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. in Plainville, CT, invites a Civil Engineering Intern to join our Building & Land Engineering team. You'll gain hands-on experience in site design, grading, drainage, and utility planning while supporting active design work under licensed engineers.

This paid internship emphasizes learning, teamwork, and professional growth in a fast-paced consulting environment, with exposure to AutoCAD, HydroCAD, and field investigations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Civil Engineering degree (student) with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering fundamentals and design concepts.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, HydroCAD, or MicroStation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in civil engineering design tasks such as site layout, grading, drainage, and utility planning.
• Support preparation of plans, drawings, and permit applications.
• Use AutoCAD, HydroCAD, and other software to support engineering design and analysis.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations under the supervision of a licensed engineer.
• Collaborate with survey crews to collect and document field data.
• Contribute to construction oversight and reporting tasks.
• Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Design Fundamentals

Education

Civil Engineering Student or related field

GPA 3.0+

Tools

AutoCAD

HydroCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Loureiro Engineering Associates is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join our Building & Land Engineering team in Plainville, CT. This internship offers hands-on experience in civil site design and development, providing a meaningful opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects. From the start, you will support active design work and collaborate with experienced engineers and surveyors on tasks that directly impact our clients and communities.

This position is ideal for students who are looking to strengthen their design skills and gain exposure to a fast-paced consulting environment.

This is a paid internship.

What You'll Do

• Assist in civil engineering design tasks such as site layout, grading, drainage, and utility planning

• Support preparation of plans, drawings, and permit applications

• Use AutoCAD, HydroCAD, and other software to support engineering design and analysis

• Conduct site visits and field investigations under the supervision of a licensed engineer

• Collaborate with survey crews to collect and document field data

• Contribute to construction oversight and reporting tasks

• Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned

Who You Are

• Motivated and curious individual seeking hands-on design experience

• Effective communicator and team collaborator

• Willing to learn new tools, adapt quickly, and take initiative

• Interested in civil site design, land development, and infrastructure projects

What You Bring

• Junior, senior, or graduate-level student pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or related field

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, HydroCAD, MicroStation, or similar design software

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Prior internship or relevant experience is a plus

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned, full-service multidisciplinary consulting firm with operations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and Missouri. Our areas of expertise include engineering, construction, environmental health & safety, energy, laboratory services, and waste management.

Compensation $25/hr - $27/hr

EEO/AAP Statement

Loureiro Engineering Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.