Intern Engineer - Summer 2027

HNTB Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation seeks an Intern Engineer in Illinois to assist roadway and bridge teams with basic design tasks, documentation and research. The role supports ongoing projects and learns to apply engineering principles under supervision.

The position emphasizes teamwork, CAD tools like AutoCAD or MicroStation, and a daily use of MS Office. This is an entry-level opportunity based in our Chicago office, with no relocation provided.

Qualifications

• Understands engineering, geometric and algebraic principles at a basic level.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willing to follow directions from peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Assists engineer teams in tasks and duties related to roadway and bridge projects.
• Assists with research, development and design of projects and drawings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering basics

MS Office

Basic CAD

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED + current enrollment in post-secondary engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

What We're Looking ForAt HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.This opportunity entails being responsible for assisting assigned department(s) and/or project(s) by performing basic engineering related tasks which may reflect elements of standard post-secondary engineering curriculum.Relocation and housing are not provided for this position.Our Illinois Office seeks Intern Engineers in the following area: Roadway Design, and Bridge Design.What You’ll Do:Assists engineer teams in various tasks and duties.Assists Engineer with research, development and design of projects.Assists Engineer with the preparation of engineering drawings and documents as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned.What You’ll Need:High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering programWhat You’ll Bring:Understands engineering, geometric, and algebraic principles at a basic level.Shows proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.Accepts and applies direction from peers and supervisors.Obtains an understanding of introductory shop drawing and submittal procedures and requirements.Ability to perform basic engineering calculationsAbility to organize information for use in drawings or other documentsWhat We Prefer:Completion of 2 years of post-secondary engineering programAutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.Strong interest in transportation and infrastructure.Additional InformationClick here for benefits information: HNTB Total RewardsClick here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteranVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.#MZ.Locations:Chicago, IL............The approximate pay range for Illinois is $23.18 - $34.76. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state..........NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.