Civil or Environmental Engineering Summer 2027 Intern

WWC Engineering; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from pros

Job summary

WWC Engineering is offering a Summer 2027 Engineering Internship for motivated Civil and Environmental Engineering students. You will collaborate with engineers, surveyors, geologists, and staff on meaningful projects across our service regions.

You will gain hands-on experience in engineering design, construction inspection, environmental assessment, surveying, and regulatory writing, with mentorship from licensed professionals to prepare you for your career.

Qualifications

• Current student enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, CAD, Environmental Sciences, or related fields.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing project needs.
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and enthusiasm for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering, surveying, and other staff with day-to-day project work.
• Perform preliminary designs and calculations under supervision.
• Learn Autodesk Civil3D and other design software.
• Research and summarize design concepts, regulations, and technical information.
• Collect and document field data including site photos and inspections.
• Contribute to technical reports and regulatory permit applications.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

Civil/Environmental Engineering

CAD (Computer-Aided Drafting)

Job description

Who We Are

WWC Engineering is a multi-disciplinary, employee-owned professional firm. We specialize in Civil/Site, Environmental, Land Development, Mining, Municipal, NEPA, Oil & Gas, Planning, Roads/Bridges, Surveying, Water/Wastewater and Water Resources services. WWC has approximately 140 employees in 6 branch offices, including over 40 licensed professional engineers. At our core, we are a service-driven team that values service, quality, and integrity, whether supporting our clients or collaborating with each other.

Position Summary

WWC Engineering is seeking motivated Civil and Environmental Engineering students to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program.

As an Engineering Intern, you will collaborate with engineers, surveyors, geologists, and technical staff on meaningful projects that support communities across our service regions.

This internship provides hands-on experience in engineering design, construction inspection, environmental assessment, surveying, research, regulatory compliance, and technical writing. You will gain exposure to real-world projects and develop skills that will prepare you for your professional career.

Internship highlights

Hands-On Learning

• Assist engineering, surveying, and other staff members with day-to-day project work.


• Perform preliminary designs and calculations under the guidance of a Project Manager.


• Learn Autodesk Civil3D and other design software applications.


• Research and summarize design concepts, regulations, and technical information.


• Collect and document field data, including construction inspections, surveying, soil and water sampling, and site photos.


• Contribute to technical reports and regulatory permit applications.


• Support compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.

Real-World Project Involvement

• Work in a collaborative, supportive team environment.


• Real-world project experience with mentorship from licensed professionals.


• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful civil and environmental projects.


• Exposure to both office and field work.

Mentorship Opportunities

Receive one-on-one mentorship from experienced professionals who will guide you through project challenges and career development.

Cross-Disciplinary Exposure

Collaborate with teams across civil design, environmental, surveying, and construction disciplines, giving you a broader perspective on how these fields intersect.

Company Culture & Employee Ownership

Experience working in a 100% employee-owned company, where collaboration, ownership, and teamwork are highly valued.

Requirements

Education & Credentials

Current student enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, Computer-Aided Drafting, Environmental Sciences, or related fields.

Skills & Qualities

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing project needs.


• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and enthusiasm for teamwork.


• General understanding of engineering and/or surveying concepts.

Physical & Travel Requirements

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is required to talk and to hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment is an office setting, but intermittent field work is expected. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate, while noise on construction sites may be high and require the use of hearing protection. Pre-employment drug & alcohol testing is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$22 to $25 per hour anticipated hiring range may vary based on skills, experience, and qualifications. The pay range listed for this position is based on the anticipated base compensation at the time of the posting.

This is your opportunity to gain valuable experience with one of the most progressive engineering firms in the Rocky Mountain Region. WWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position will involve some travel (using WWC vehicles) and thus this offer is made on the condition that you have a valid driver's license and that you are able to be covered by WWC's vehicle insurance. This offer is also contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug & alcohol test. Please note that this is an offer of at-will employment and does not constitute an employment contract between us.