Civil/Site Engineering Intern

Colliers Engineering & Design; Hampton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe work environment

Career advancement

Educational opportunities

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Civil/Site Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in our Clinton, NJ office. You will develop site plans, grading layouts, and utility systems using AutoCAD Civil3D while assisting with due diligence, permitting, and compliance.

You will gain exposure to real client projects, learn regulatory navigation, and participate in our multi‑disciplinary team across warehousing, residential, and mixed‑use developments.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Hydrology or Hydraulics coursework or previous experience preferred.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Civil3D experience preferred.
• HydroCAD experience a plus.
• Interest in Land Development and/or Stormwater.
• Be highly motivated, able to work in a fast paced environment, and have great communication skills.
• Students with some prior internship experience are preferred, but candidates will be reviewed for different roles.
• All applicants should be eligible to work in the US and attend a university located in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job communications.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical staff on day‑to‑day projects and experience the operations of a multi‑disciplinary firm.
• Learn the stages of the Land Development process and participate in our Land Development Accelerator Program.
• Use AutoCAD Civil3D to design Grading Plans, Concept Plans, Stormwater Management Plans, Utility System Plans, and Soil Erosion/Sediment Control Plans.
• Research zoning ordinances, environmental regulations, and local municipal codes.
• Work on real, billable client projects right away.
• Participate in internship programming and networking opportunities.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

HydroCAD

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Civil/Site Engineering Intern to join our Clinton, NJ office for Summer 2027!

As a Summer 2027 Intern, you’ll gain hands‑on experience working on projects that shape communities—from large solar designs and residential developments to small urban spaces in downtown districts. Our professionals are here to guide you through the full development process, giving you exposure to proven strategies, regulatory navigation, and the advantage of our in-house multi‑disciplinary services. As an Intern with our team, you'll be working on real client projects to develop site plans, grading layouts and utility systems using AutoCAD Civil3D; assisting with the due diligence, permitting, and compliance process; and have the opportunity to perform inspections on‑site for residential, commercial, and mixed‑use sites.

Join our Civil/Site team and build your career alongside the best our industry has to offer. Whether facilitating a large warehousing complex, all‑star sporting arena, residential development, or planning a mixed‑use establishment in a downtown business district, joining Colliers Engineering & Design will Accelerate YOUR Success!

Responsibilities

• Our interns will assist technical staff on day‑to‑day projects and experience the day‑to‑day operations of a multi‑disciplinary firm.
• Learn the stages of the Land Development process and participate in our Land Development Accelerator Program.
• Enhance your technical skills with hands‑on experience using AutoCAD Civil3D to design:
• Grading Plans
• Concept Plans
• Stormwater Management Plans
• Utility System Plans
• Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Plans
• Research zoning ordinances, environmental regulations, and local municipal codes.
• CED internships are unique in that they are work‑centered, meaning you are working on real, billable client work right away.
• In addition to the work‑centered program, we also offer robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Hydrology or Hydraulics coursework or previous experience preferred.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Civil3D experience preferred.
• HydroCAD experience a plus.
• Specific interest in Land Development and/or Stormwater.
• Be highly motivated, able to work in a fast paced environment, and have great communication skills.
• Students with some prior internship experience are preferred, but any candidates who apply will be reviewed and considered for different roles.
• All applicants should be eligible to work in the US and attend a university or college physically located in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job‑related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $20.00 to $30.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

• Safe, comfortable work environment
• Potential for career advancement
• Ability to impact society through projects
• Company sponsored activities
• Opportunities to learn in a variety of settings
• Multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and architectural design projects allow interns to see the work in real‑life settings side by side with professionals
• Access to educational opportunities that build transferable skills
• Career Exploration Series offers networking and learning opportunities
• Reflection, problem solving activities, contests, drawings, and end‑of‑summer presentations help showcase learning and experiences
• Networking and trainings specific to areas of study
• Personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in‑house resource for hundreds of educational and self‑enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.