Civil Engineering & Planning Intern - Field & Data

KLJ; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

KLJ in Billings, MT is offering an internship for students pursuing Civil Engineering or related fields. The role supports data collection, surveying, planning, and construction tasks across engineering projects.

You will assist field crews, prepare plans and exhibits, and use AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and MicroStation to support project development. Strong communication and teamwork are essential; on-site work and safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong interest in infrastructure, transportation, utilities, or construction.
• Basic understanding of engineering, surveying, or planning principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, MicroStation, or related software is preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection, research, and analysis for projects.
• Support field crews with surveying and site inspections.
• Prepare plans, reports, maps, and technical documents.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and MicroStation to support development.
• Collect and manage field measurements and GPS data.
• Participate in site visits to observe progress.
• Assist in quality control of plans and calculations.
• Support planning studies and traffic evaluations.
• Collaborate with engineers, surveyors, planners, technicians, and PMs.
• Follow safety procedures and project requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data collection

Analysis support

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

MicroStation

Field surveying

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Surveying Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Urban Planning

Transportation Planning

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

MicroStation

Job description

KLJ in Billings, MT is offering an internship for students pursuing Civil Engineering or related fields. The role supports data collection, surveying, planning, and construction tasks across engineering projects.

You will assist field crews, prepare plans and exhibits, and use AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and MicroStation to support project development. Strong communication and teamwork are essential; on-site work and safety compliance are required.