Civil Site Development Internship — Mentorship & Projects

Alfred Benesch & Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 13,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company is seeking a Civil Site Intern to gain hands-on experience in planning, design, and construction of civil engineering projects. You will work with experienced engineers and planners on site inspections, drafting, data analysis, and project design.

The role offers exposure to feasibility studies, zoning research, and due diligence reporting, plus opportunities to visit sites and support stormwater system design and site layouts using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D (preferred but not required).
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Previous internship or field experience is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in planning, designing, and constructing civil engineering projects.
• Work with experienced engineers and planners on site inspections, technical drafting, data analysis and project design.
• Assist with feasibility studies, zoning research, and due diligence reporting; conduct site visits to assess conditions.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field (pursuing)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Alfred Benesch & Company is seeking a Civil Site Intern to gain hands-on experience in planning, design, and construction of civil engineering projects. You will work with experienced engineers and planners on site inspections, drafting, data analysis, and project design.

The role offers exposure to feasibility studies, zoning research, and due diligence reporting, plus opportunities to visit sites and support stormwater system design and site layouts using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.