Civil/Environmental Engineer Intern — Seasonal Co‑op

Chippewa County, WI; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chippewa County Department of Land Conservation and Forest Management is seeking an Engineer Intern to provide technical support for conservation programs and serve county residents. This seasonal, limited-term internship runs May–November 2027 for about 975 hours, with up to 40 hours a week. Start date may vary with school schedule.

Deadline to apply is Sunday, September 20th, 2026 at 4:30 PM. Candidates should have a bachelor’s in civil/environmental engineering and CAD/ArcGIS familiarity.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in or a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, biosystems/biological engineering, environmental engineering, agricultural engineering, or related field.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying fundamentals preferred.
• Knowledge of CAD and ArcGIS software preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in layout and inspection of construction projects.
• Perform site topographic surveys.
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, and bid documents in CAD software.
• Perform natural resource inventories and mapping; geologic investigations; and site evaluations.
• Perform engineering design computations.
• Assist engineers with review and permitting of agricultural pollution control proposals and urban storm water management proposals.
• Present educational information at department sponsored educational events.

Skills

Drafting knowledge

Surveying knowledge

CAD software

ArcGIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering

Tools

CAD software

ArcGIS software

Job description

Chippewa County Department of Land Conservation and Forest Management is seeking an Engineer Intern to provide technical support for conservation programs and serve county residents. This seasonal, limited-term internship runs May–November 2027 for about 975 hours, with up to 40 hours a week. Start date may vary with school schedule.

Deadline to apply is Sunday, September 20th, 2026 at 4:30 PM. Candidates should have a bachelor’s in civil/environmental engineering and CAD/ArcGIS familiarity.