Intern - Civil

Paycom - ATS; Clive (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Civil Engineering Internship opportunity in Clive, IA for summer 2027. The role focuses on site civil and land development, supporting design teams on commercial, residential, municipal, educational, and mixed-use projects.

The candidate will work toward a Civil Engineering degree and contribute to grading, drainage, and construction plan preparation. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, able to work independently or with a team, and eager to learn from engineers and designers across project

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of progress toward a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; 3 years toward degree preferred.
• GPA 3.0 preferred.
• Interest in site civil and land development design (grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater, paving).
• Coursework or project experience in civil design and related areas is preferred.
• Working knowledge of design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support design teams on general site civil and land development projects.
• Assist with grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater, paving, erosion control, and construction plan prep.
• Document design decisions and coordinate with engineers, designers, and project teams.
• Communicate clearly and participate in a collaborative design process.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Curiosity

Education

Civil Engineering: 2+ years

GPA 3.0 preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Clive, IA 50325, Position Type: Internship, CIVIL ENGINEERING INTERN – SITE CIVIL / LAND DEVELOPMENT

We have a Summer 2027 opportunity in our Des Moines office for a Civil Engineering Intern focused on general site civil and land development projects. The right candidate will have completed at least their second year in a Civil Engineering program and be interested in supporting design teams on commercial, residential, municipal, educational, and mixed-use development projects. Are you self-motivated, eager to learn, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with engineers, designers, and project teams? Are you looking for a great place to jumpstart your career in civil engineering consulting and design?

Qualifications: Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of satisfactory progress toward a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; completion of 3 years toward degree preferred.
• Minimum GPA: 3.0 preferred.
• Interest in site civil and land development design, including grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, paving, erosion control, and construction plan preparation.
• Coursework or project experience in civil engineering design, surveying, hydrology/hydraulics, transportation, construction materials, or land development preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred; experience with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, GIS, drainage or stormwater modeling software, or other civil design tools is a plus.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document design decisions, ask thoughtful questions, and coordinate with team members. Classes or experience with presentations, technical writing, or construction observation are a plus.

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to interact professionally with engineers, designers, clients, contractors, reviewers, and other project stakeholders.
• Able to work in a collaborative design process and contribute to multiple project tasks, deadlines, and team priorities.
• Curious, dependable, and detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous learning in civil engineering design.