Highways Design Intern: Hands-On Civil Engineering

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Highways Intern for Richmond, VA to support with project design and documentation and to gain practical experience in a dynamic, employee-owned engineering firm.

You will assist with drawings, site visits, RFI responses, and the preparation of presentations, under the guidance of experienced engineers and architects. This internship emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and learning department standards in a collaborative office setting.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an ABET-accredited undergrad in civil engineering with an interest in transportation projects.
• Familiarity with design and production software to develop project documents and collaborate with project team.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff with basic design tasks, including research, simple studies, and layout support.
• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases.
• Support the creation of presentation and marketing materials.
• Assist with construction phase activities, including site visits, RFI responses, and updating record drawings.
• Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed.
• Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices.
• Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members.
• Receive guidance from supervisors and team leaders and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Attention to detail

Presentation skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited undergraduate in civil engineering

Tools

Design software

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Highways Intern for Richmond, VA to support with project design and documentation and to gain practical experience in a dynamic, employee-owned engineering firm.

You will assist with drawings, site visits, RFI responses, and the preparation of presentations, under the guidance of experienced engineers and architects. This internship emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and learning department standards in a collaborative office setting.