Intern Engineer - Summer 2027

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

Job summary

HNTB's Illinois Office seeks Intern Engineers in Roadway and Bridge Design to support our teams on major infrastructure projects in Chicago. This is an entry-level internship designed for students pursuing an engineering degree.

You will assist engineers with research, development and design, help prepare drawings and documents, and perform other duties as assigned. Relocation and housing are not provided; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering program
• Understands engineering, geometric, and algebraic principles at a basic level
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations and organize information for drawings/documents

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Engineering basics

MS Office

Basic calculations

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

2-year post-secondary engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

What We're Looking For

At 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.

At 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 program

What 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 calculations
• Ability to organize information for use in drawings or other documents

What We Prefer

• Completion of 2 years of post-secondary engineering program
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.
• Strong interest in transportation and infrastructure.

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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.

Job Type: Intern

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Category: Engineering Group

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