Civil Site Engineer Intern

gbateam; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

GBA Companies is seeking a Civil Site Engineer Intern for our Lenexa, KS and Austin, TX locations. The role supports development of drawings, calculations, and reports under supervision, with field investigations to back project needs.

Assist in design documentation, project meetings, and data organization to ensure conformance with standards. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Civil Engineering BS/MS with AutoCAD and Excel experience, a 2.7 GPA or higher, and prior internships or related

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or MS in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Excel software is preferred.
• Experience with transportation and bridge related projects or internships is preferred.
• Finished at least two years of school.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing engineering drawings, design layouts, and construction documents.
• Perform basic engineering calculations for grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Conduct field investigations, collect measurements, and document site conditions.
• Prepare technical reports and design documentation for review.
• Apply established engineering standards, guidelines, and project requirements.
• Maintain and organize project files, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate tasks with team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing BS/MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Job: Civil Site Engineer Intern

Location: Lenexa, KS and Austin, TX

Build Your Career with GBA

The Civil Engineer (Site Development) Intern is responsible for assisting in the development of engineering drawings, calculations, and technical reports under supervision, while conducting research and field investigations to support project needs. This role provides design analysis and documentation support to project engineers, ensuring all work complies with established engineering standards and specific project requirements.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in preparing engineering drawings, design layouts, and construction documents.
• Perform basic engineering calculations for grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Conduct field investigations, collect measurements, and document site conditions.
• Prepare technical reports and design documentation for review.
• Apply established engineering standards, guidelines, and project requirements.
• Maintain and organize project files, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinates assigned tasks with team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Pursuing BS or MS in Civil Engineering or other related field from accredited program.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Excel software is preferred
• Experience with transportation and bridge related projects or internships is preferred.
• 2.7 GPA strongly preferred
• Finished at least two years of school
• Prior Internship is and/or related experience is a plus
• Involved in campus, community, and other volunteer activities and/ or organization
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk around the office for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds

Travel:

• Ability to travel as needed based on job level and expertise for project site & field visits, conferences, training, and professional outings.
• Occasional day trips or overnight travel may be required, including other GBA offices.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record under the company’s insurance carrier requirements to operate or rent vehicles for business purposes.

Join Our Team

If you’re a motivated engineering student who takes pride in contributing to safe, high-quality projects, we’d love to hear from you.

At GBA Companies, we are not your average engineering firm. We are about innovative people who want to solve problems. We’re known for our technical excellence, but we bring so much more to the table. We strive to create remarkable solutions for a higher quality of life. And we are changing the industry by integrating the design and construction process with use of new technology.

Our people are ambitious, passionate and committed to creating high quality, imaginative projects. We’ve created an environment where we celebrate our team’s eagerness to learn and grow. From birthdays and BBQs to protecting the environment and helping families in need, GBA employees celebrate and support one another and the communities where we live, work and play. Joining our team means you’ll have rewarding opportunities that challenge and inspire you

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.