Site/Civil Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Lumbrook (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. invites motivated students to join our Land Development team as a Site/Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Newark, DE.

You will gain hands-on experience on public and private development projects under a dedicated supervisor, with a 40-hour week and a guaranteed involvement from mid-May to August. The internship provides design exposure, field observation, AutoCAD Civil 3D tasks, and support with permitting processes.

Qualifications

• This is an entry level position where no previous experience is required.
• Currently enrolled in an ABET-Accredited College Engineering Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design tasks for land development projects.
• Support site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility design, and erosion control calculations.

Education

ABET-Accredited College Engineering Program

GPA 3.0 or higher

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Site/Civil Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Location: US-DE-Newark

Type: Full-Time Temporary (seasonal) - 40 hours

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge. At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

Diversity and Inclusion

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

KCI is seeking a motivated student for a Site/Civil Engineering Internship to join our Land Development team for Summer 2027. This position offers hands-on experience working on public and private development projects alongside experienced engineers. Summer interns will work a 40-hour week, with at least 10 weeks of work required during the period from mid-May to the end of August. Interns will be assigned a dedicated supervisor and are required to attend planned activities. Responsibilities include:

• Assist with design tasks for commercial, residential, and institutional land development projects
• Support site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility design, and erosion/sediment control calculations under the guidance of project engineers
• Help prepare construction documents, drawings, and technical specifications using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Provide support with local, state, and federal permitting processes (MDE, SHA, county-level agencies)
• Participate in site visits and assist with field observation reports
• Collaborate with team members on project organization, schedules, and cost estimate preparation
• Gain exposure to real-world engineering practices while contributing to active projects

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• This is an entry level position where no previous experience is required.
• Currently enrolled in an ABET-Accredited College Engineering Program

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• 3.0 GPA or higher

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver's License

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.