Engineer Intern

Hunter Engineering, Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dallas is offering an Engineer Intern position designed to provide hands-on civil engineering experience across various projects. Interns will receive mentorship from licensed engineers and work on tasks such as pre-construction design, utilizing AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and conducting site visits. Applicants should be enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program and possess strong communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity for students to prepare for a career in civil site design.

Qualifications

• Junior or senior standing preferred
• Strong academic record
• Solid understanding of civil engineering fundamentals
• Ability to work in office and field environments

Responsibilities

• Contribute to pre-construction design, planning, and permitting
• Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS to produce deliverables
• Draft design plans and create project documentation
• Conduct site visits and field observations under supervision
• Review plans for compliance with regulations

Skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Hunter Engineering offers a comprehensive Engineer Intern program designed to provide hands-on civil engineering experience across diverse projects. This position offers mentorship from licensed engineers and excellent preparation for a career in civil site design.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to pre-construction design, planning, and permitting
• Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS to produce deliverables
• Draft design plans and create project documentation
• Conduct site visits and field observations under supervision
• Perform routine calculations for drainage, grading, and utilities
• Prepare reports, maps, and submittal packages
• Review plans for compliance with regulations
• Attend client meetings and project coordination calls
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program (junior or senior standing preferred)
• Strong academic record
• Solid understanding of civil engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; Civil 3D experience a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
• Ability to work in office and field environments
• Valid driver's license
• Available to work full-time during summer and/or part-time during school year

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or co-op experience in civil engineering
• Familiarity with hydrology, hydraulics, or geotechnical principles
• Knowledge of local design standards and regulations
• Experience with stormwater modeling or analysis software