Intern/Co-op - Site/Civil Engineering (Spring 2027)

Thinklance LLP; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance & disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (parental & military)

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs & mentoring

Job summary

Thinklance LLP in Milwaukee offers a Civil Engineering internship focused on assisting with planning, design, and permitting for civil projects. You will prepare engineering documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D and assess data from reports, maps, and tests to support feasible designs.

The role emphasizes strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a four-year or advanced degree in Civil Engineering with a preferred GPA of 3.0+.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with analytical and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel as required by business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, design, and permitting of civil engineering, land development, and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and modify engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates, and design plans using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photos to assess soil, terrain, hydrology, and geologic data impacting projects.
• Support zoning, ordinance, and permit assessments; assist with sidewalk cost estimations; determine project feasibility based on data analysis.
• Provide field inspection services as needed.
• Apply engineering knowledge and advanced mathematics techniques.
• Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Civil Engineering student

AutoCAD / Civil 3D

MS Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent & team work

Willingness to travel

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist with planning, design, and permitting of civil engineering, land development, and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and modify engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates, and design plans using software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and topographical and geologic data impacting project planning and design.
• Support zoning, ordinance, and permit assessments; assist with sidewalk cost estimations; determine project feasibility based on data analysis.
• Provide field inspection services as needed.
• Apply engineering knowledge and advanced mathematics techniques.
• Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments.
• Perform other duties as requested.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Student actively pursuing a four-year or advanced degree in Civil Engineering; cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel as required based on business needs and project assignments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time employment with company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave.
• 401(k)/Roth plan with company match.
• Paid time off including parental and military leave.
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups, flexible work schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, buddy and mentoring programs.