Intern/Co-op – Site/Civil Engineering (Summer 2027)

Thinklance LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee resource groups

Flexible work schedules

Extensive training programs

Wellness programs

Buddy and mentoring programs

Job summary

Thinklance LLP in Austin, TX, is seeking a Civil Engineering student intern to assist with planning, design, permitting, and feasibility studies for civil projects, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

You will prepare engineering documents, analyze soil and terrain data, support zoning and permitting, and collaborate with the team. Travel may be required. This internship offers flexible schedules, extensive training, and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a four‑year or advanced degree in Civil Engineering; GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.

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 photographs to assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS 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

• Employee resource groups.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Extensive training programs.
• Wellness programs.
• Buddy and mentoring programs.