Internship: Roads and Highways - Bellevue, WA

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Schedule

401k with employer match

Wellbeing program

Mentorship opportunities

Career growth pathways

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. offers a Summer 2027 internship in Roads and Highways to support the Transportation team. Interns will perform independent calculations and design tasks under mentorship, contributing to freeway, highway, and local road projects.

You will use Bentley OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and related tools, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and gaining hands-on experience through real projects in multiple locations nationwide.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate Civil Engineering degree with at least 2 years of coursework in an ABET-accredited program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to ask questions and learn in a mentorship environment.
• Eligible for Summer 2027 internship in multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and design of roadway and transportation projects.
• Support engineering calculations, plan preparation, costs, and documentation.
• Develop plans using OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and other tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and attend meetings/site visits.
• Gain hands-on experience through mentorship and real-world projects.

Skills

Excel

Teamwork

Active listening

Communication

Curiosity

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Internship: Roads and Highways

Transportation Jobs With David Evans And Associates At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Transportation team solves modern transportation challenges by combining innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our clients. Through cutting-edge engineering practices, we deliver unique solutions designed to provide an exceptional client experience. DEA meets the demands of modern transportation with a diverse range of services tailored to our clients’ evolving needs. From enhancing existing transportation networks to pioneering new mobility solutions, our expertise helps shape a future where safe, efficient, and accessible mobility improves the quality of life in the communities we serve.

Internship: Roads and Highways Transportation Jobs With David Evans And Associates At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Transportation team solves modern transportation challenges by combining innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our clients. Through cutting-edge engineering practices, we deliver unique solutions designed to provide an exceptional client experience. DEA meets the demands of modern transportation with a diverse range of services tailored to our clients’ evolving needs. From enhancing existing transportation networks to pioneering new mobility solutions, our expertise helps shape a future where safe, efficient, and accessible mobility improves the quality of life in the communities we serve.

The Roads and Highways Practice is seeking Interns to join our Transportation team for Summer 2027 in the following locations: Portland or Salem, OR; Bellevue, Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma, or Tri-Cities, WA; Boise, Coeur d'Alene, or Pocatello, ID; Denver, CO; or Salt Lake City, UT.

The successful candidate will work on multidisciplinary projects with our Roads and Highways team, performing independent engineering calculations and design, using specialized technical skills, experience and engineering judgment to transform concept designs into construction drawings. The work may include developing plans for freeway, highway and local roadways, sidewalk and ADA improvements, signing and pavement markings, traffic signals, storm water facilities, and cost estimating. This work will also entail performing technical writing, quantity calculations, developing construction documents, and all supporting documentation.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and design of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Support engineering calculations, plan preparation, cost estimates, and technical documentation.
• Develop and modify plans using Bentley OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and other design software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and review technical data.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and field observations.
• Gain hands-on experience through mentorship, training, and real-world engineering projects.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Applicants must be in the pursuit of an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, with at least 2+ years of completed course work from an ABET accredited program
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Ability to communicate and work in a team-oriented environment
• Demonstrate strong communication skills including active listening
• Willingness to ask questions

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to MicroStation, AutoCAD/C3D, OpenRoads Designer, and other design tools

What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits

• Work Schedule: Flexible work schedules including a 9/80 schedule - every other Friday off!
• Sick Time: Accrual at 4% of eligible gross pay
• Retirement: 401k plan with employer match program
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $20.00/hour - $30.00/hour (Dependent on Skills, Experience, and Geographic Location)
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Potential office locations include: Portland, OR; Salem, OR; Bellevue, WA; Olympia, WA; Spokane, WA; Tacoma, WA; Tri-Cities, WA; Boise, ID; Coeur d'Alene, ID; Pocatello, ID; Denver, CO; Salt Lake City, UT.