Civil Engineering Internship – Site Design

Jobtailor; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Shelton, CT is seeking a motivated engineering student for a hands-on internship. You will help research project data, assist staff on field assignments, and create basic AutoCAD drawings under supervision.

This role emphasizes data analysis, drafting, and engineering calculations, with opportunities to work across design phases from conceptual through construction documents.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Previous and relevant work experience
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to solve engineering problems
• Flexibility, a positive attitude, and open-mindedness
• Hands-on experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or HydroCAD (preferred)
• At least 2 years of completed coursework in a college level academic program (preferred)
• Previous internship experience in engineering, design, or consulting (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Research, compile, and examine a wide variety of project-related data
• Assist staff with various projects and/or field assignments
• Perform computer-aided drafting tasks and create basic plans in AutoCAD
• Perform engineering calculations under the direction of an engineer
• Prepare written communications including emails, memorandum, field reports, and specifications
• Support site civil design projects from conceptual stages through design, permitting, construction documents, bidding, and construction oversight

Job description

• Research, compile, and examine a wide variety of project-related data
• Assist staff with various projects and/or field assignments
• Perform computer-aided drafting tasks and create basic plans in AutoCAD
• Perform engineering calculations under the direction of an engineer
• Prepare written communications including emails, memorandum, field reports, and specifications
• Support site civil design projects from conceptual stages through design, permitting, construction documents, bidding, and construction oversight

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Previous and relevant work experience
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to solve engineering problems
• Flexibility, a positive attitude, and open-mindedness
• Hands‑on experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or HydroCAD (preferred)
• At least 2 years of completed coursework in a college level academic program (preferred)
• Previous internship experience in engineering, design, or consulting (preferred)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in AutoCAD and design software, with a strong foundation in Civil or Environmental Engineering principles. Capable of supporting site civil design projects through all phases, from conceptualization to construction oversight.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• AutoCAD
• Civil 3D
• HydroCAD
• Engineering Calculations
• Project Support

Hard Skills

• Computer‑Aided Drafting
• Engineering Calculations
• Data Research
• Project Data Compilation
• Field Report Preparation

Soft Skills

• Intellectual Curiosity
• Flexibility
• Positive Attitude
• Open-Mindedness

Industry Keywords

• Civil Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Design Software
• Construction Oversight
• Permitting