Engineer Intern - Road Department Summer 2027

United Consulting, Indianapolis, IN; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

United Consulting in Indianapolis, IN seeks an Engineering Intern to support the Road department. The role involves assisting with design calculations, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and plan development under supervision. Travel across Indiana and collaboration with multiple teams are expected.

Education requires working toward a BS in Civil Engineering. This entry-level position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and timely delivery of project components.

Qualifications

• Transportation coursework preferred.
• Ability to work independently with instruction.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Projects, and AutoCAD.
• Detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various components design calculations with oversight.
• Prepare components of quantity calculations with oversight.
• Prepare components of cost estimates with oversight.
• Prepare components of plans with oversight.
• Coordinate with other internal departments.
• Assist in assembling Supplements, Proposals, and Engineer’s Reports.
• Meet deadlines.
• alert Project Team Leaders immediately upon realization of a problem on a project.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and company information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Transportation coursework

Independent work with instruction

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-project management

MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Projects, AC/

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Title: ENGINEERING INTERN

Department: Road

Reports To: Project Team Leader or Project Manager

Education: Working to obtain a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent

Experience: Entry Level Position

Duties:

• Prepare various components design calculations with oversight
• Prepare various components of quantity calculations with oversight
• Prepare various components of cost estimates with oversight
• Prepare various components of plans with oversight
• Work and coordinate with other internal departments
• Assist in assembling Supplements, Proposals, and Engineer’s Reports
• Meet deadlines
• Alert Project Team Leaders immediately upon realization of a problem on a project
• Maintain the confidentiality of information regarding our clients and company practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Successful completion of transportation coursework, preferred
• Able to work independently with instruction
• Possess strong communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills required to work in a “team” concept
• Able to work on multiple projects at once
• Proficient with a computer and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Projects, and ACAD software
• Detail oriented

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Able to work seated 9 or more hours per workday
• Able to work 40 or more hours per work week as needed
• Able to work outdoors traversing uneven or difficult terrain
• Able to travel throughout Indiana including overnight stays

Other Requirements:

• Possess a valid Indiana driver’s license
• Agree to abide by the personnel policies identified in the Company Policy