Intern

GEI Consultants; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive compensation

Hybrid work schedules (some positions)

Professional development opportunities

Rewards program

Diversity, equity and inclusion focus

Job summary

GEI’s Chicago, Illinois office is seeking a Civil Engineer intern to work on a variety of projects to support our ongoing office and field work. You will perform field observations, assist with AutoCAD drafting, and convert field information to final drawings.

You will also prepare technical memos, reports, and construction plans and specifications. This internship offers exposure to geotechnical, environmental logging and a wide range of civil design tasks, with opportunities to travel for

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, with an expected graduation date of 2028 preferred.
• Prior internship experience, or other professional position, strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel on temporary assignments as needed.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or Revit is a plus.
• Physical ability to perform field work in summer and winter conditions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work as needed to support projects, including but not limited to, field observation and data collection, pavement and structural condition assessments, geotechnical and environmental logging and sampling, etc.
• Assist with project drafting in AutoCAD
• Convert field information to final drawings
• Preparation of technical memos, reports, construction plans and specifications

Skills

Internship experience

Travel willingness

Physical ability

Valid U.S. driver's license

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering (expected graduation 2028)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI’s Chicago, Illinois office is seeking a Civil Engineer intern to work on a variety of projects to support our ongoing office and field work.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform field work as needed to support projects, including but not limited to, field observation and data collection, pavement and structural condition assessments, geotechnical and environmental logging and sampling, etc.
• Assist with project drafting in AutoCAD
• Convert field information to final drawings
• Preparation of technical memos, reports, construction plans and specifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, with an expected graduation date of 2028 preferred.
• Prior internship experience, or other professional position, strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel on temporary assignments as needed.
• Experience with software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D or Revit is a plus.
• Physical ability to perform field work in summer and winter conditions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems — from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply — need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs — we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded — which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $22.0 — $25.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More…

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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| WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands:
Sedentary x Light Medium Other
++Activity Level Throughout Workday++ ++(check one per row)++ Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable Sitting X (4+ hours) Standing X (1-2 hours) Walking X (1-2 hours) Climbing X Lifting (floor to waist level) (0-25 lbs) Lifting (waist level and above)(0-25 lbs) Carrying objects X Push/pull X Twisting X Bending X Reaching forward X Reaching overhead X Squat/kneel/crawl X Wrist position deviation X Pinching/fine motor skills X Keyboard use/repetitive motion X (4+ hours) Taste or smell X Talk or hear X Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision X Far Vision X Yes No Not Applicable Color Discrimination X Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception X Hearing X | | | | |
| Environment Requirements | | | | |
| Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogens X Chemical X Airborne communicable diseases X Extreme temperatures X Radiation X Uneven surfaces or elevations X Extreme noise levels X Dust/particulate matter X | | | | |

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