Field Civil Engineering Intern: Transportation Projects

Civil Science, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil Science, Inc. invites you to join a Summer 2027 Construction Field Intern program in North Dakota. You will work with engineers, surveyors, and field staff on transportation and public infrastructure projects from planning through field execution.

The internship emphasizes hands-on experience, outdoor work, data collection, and learning to read plans while supporting observation, measurements, and documentation. Travel to multiple active sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in civil engineering, construction engineering, construction management, surveying, engineering technology, or a related program.
• An interest in transportation, construction, surveying, materials testing, or public infrastructure.
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, take initiative, and take ownership of your work.
• Strong communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented approach.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet Civil Science driving requirements.
• The ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout North Dakota.
• Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Bluebeam, or field data‑collection tools is helpful but not required.
• The ability to work outdoors in changing North Dakota weather conditions, navigate uneven terrain, wear required personal protective equipment, and lift or carry field equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Support field teams on active transportation and public infrastructure projects.
• Assist with construction observation, field measurements, materials sampling and testing, surveying support, and project documentation.
• Collect and document field data, quantities, photographs, and daily construction activities.
• Learn to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and construction requirements.
• Use field equipment, technology, and software under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Communicate professionally with engineers, contractors, agencies, and other project partners.
• Follow project safety requirements and contribute to a safe, organized, and professional work environment.
• Travel regularly to project locations throughout North Dakota, including overnight or extended field assignments.

Skills

Field observations

Construction observation

Surveying support

Data collection

Reading blueprints

Communication

Driving license

Travel readiness

Team oriented

Outdoor work

Education

Current enrollment in civil engineering or related program

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Bluebeam

Field data collection tools

Job description

Civil Science, Inc. invites you to join a Summer 2027 Construction Field Intern program in North Dakota. You will work with engineers, surveyors, and field staff on transportation and public infrastructure projects from planning through field execution.

The internship emphasizes hands-on experience, outdoor work, data collection, and learning to read plans while supporting observation, measurements, and documentation. Travel to multiple active sites will be required.