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

Notre Dame; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Extensive training programs

Wellness programs

Buddy and mentoring programs

Job summary

Notre Dame is seeking a civil engineering student to support planning, design, and permitting for infrastructure projects. You will prepare engineering documents with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related software, and use diverse data sources to assess soil, terrain, hydrology, and geology affecting project design.

The role emphasizes collaboration, independent work, and attention to detail, with opportunities to travel as required by business needs.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a civil engineering degree, GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Civil 3D and MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented with analytical and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to travel as required by projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, design, and permitting of civil engineering, land development, and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and modify engineering documents using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other software.
• Assess soil, terrain, hydrological, and geologic data from maps and drawings for project planning and design.
• Support zoning, ordinance, and permit assessments; assist with sidewalk cost estimations; analyze project feasibility.
• Provide field inspection services as needed.
• Apply engineering knowledge and advanced mathematics techniques; collaborate with team on tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Multitasking

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

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 AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other software.
• 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 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.