Site/Civil Engineering Intern — Summer 2027 (Fairfax)

Dewberry; Bailey's Crossroads (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry’s Site/Civil Engineering Intern position in Fairfax, VA offers hands-on experience in residential, commercial and industrial site development and capital improvement projects. Summer 2027 internship with a focus on site/civil design, grading, roadway design and related calculations in a collaborative office environment.

Local candidates preferred; this role emphasizes teamwork and communication while using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MS Office to support project teams and client deliverables.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering required.
• Previous internship experience preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office is required.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Site/civil development including grading design, roadway design, storm water management systems design, and erosion and sediment control design.
• Preparation of all associated calculations, reports and spreadsheets.
• Working on design teams in all aspects of a given project to develop detailed design documents for construction plans.
• May also conduct code research, write specifications, and obtain permitting.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

B.S./M.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dewberry’s Site/Civil Engineering Intern position in Fairfax, VA offers hands-on experience in residential, commercial and industrial site development and capital improvement projects. Summer 2027 internship with a focus on site/civil design, grading, roadway design and related calculations in a collaborative office environment.

Local candidates preferred; this role emphasizes teamwork and communication while using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MS Office to support project teams and client deliverables.