Data Center Civil Engineering Intern: Site Design & AutoCAD

Olsson; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Olsson in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Civil Engineering Internship on the Data Centers Site Design team for Summer 2027. You'll work with experienced engineers to develop construction plans for large hyperscale data center campuses using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

The role builds hands-on skills in site layout, grading, stormwater, and utilities, plus research and technical reporting, with opportunities to travel to job sites and participate in a supportive, development-focused team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (Civil 3D is a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Problem–solving and decision–making skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating construction plans for sites, including site layout, grading, stormwater, and utilities in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Research, write technical reports, and travel to job sites.

Skills

Teamwork

Ownership

Impactful work

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Olsson in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Civil Engineering Internship on the Data Centers Site Design team for Summer 2027. You'll work with experienced engineers to develop construction plans for large hyperscale data center campuses using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

The role builds hands-on skills in site layout, grading, stormwater, and utilities, plus research and technical reporting, with opportunities to travel to job sites and participate in a supportive, development-focused team.