Public Works Civil Engineering Intern - Paid, 40h/wk

Halff

Brownsville (TX)

On-site

USD 24,797,000 - 30,307,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, prescription and life

Long-term and short-term disability

PTO and 8 paid holidays

Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

529 College Savings Plan

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Halff invites applications for a Public Works Intern position in our Brownsville, TX office. The Civil Engineering Intern will support Public Works and Transportation projects, with the internship running from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

The internship is paid hourly and requires full-time work (40 hours/week), typically 8a-5p, Monday through Friday. Housing is not provided. Training includes CAD drafting, plans, and permit preparation in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or ABET accredited equivalent Engineering Degree.
Great communication skills.
Solid relationship and team building skills.
Self-motivated and strong organization skills.

Responsibilities

Design civil engineering projects under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer.
Assist in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for Public Works and Transportation projects.
Perform drafting CAD work.
Perform calculations and analysis for design projects.
Assist in the preparation of permit applications and other regulatory documents.
Coordinate with other team members, including surveyors, architects, and contractors.
Attend meetings with clients and regulatory agencies.