Coastal Civil Engineering Intern: Field & Survey Experience

Foth; Marion (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Employee assistance program

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Foth is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join the coastal infrastructure team for Summer 2027 in Newport, RI or Marion, MA. You will work with experienced engineers on dredging, permitting, and coastal projects, applying classroom knowledge to real-world waterfront challenges.

You'll gain hands-on experience in surveys, design support in AutoCAD, and permit document preparation while contributing to protecting coastlines nationwide.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or similar engineering field from an ABET-accredited program.
• GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with team members on project deliverables in dredging, environmental permitting, civil and coastal engineering.
• Conduct topographic & hydrographic surveys and 3D drone scans with certified team members.
• Assist with structural inspections and construction oversight activities.
• Support design work utilizing AutoCAD.
• Prepare local, state, and federal permit documents.
• Assist with data management and report preparation.

Skills

Surveying

Education

ABET-accredited program

Bachelor's in Civil/Ocean Engineering

GPA 3.0+

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Foth is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join the coastal infrastructure team for Summer 2027 in Newport, RI or Marion, MA. You will work with experienced engineers on dredging, permitting, and coastal projects, applying classroom knowledge to real-world waterfront challenges.

You'll gain hands-on experience in surveys, design support in AutoCAD, and permit document preparation while contributing to protecting coastlines nationwide.