Student Engineering Intern (Civil, Geotechnical, or Geomatics/Survey)

RE/SPEC Inc.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

RESPEC seeks a Student Engineering Intern (Civil, Geotechnical, or Geomatics/Survey) for Summer Internship 2027 in our Anchorage or Fairbanks Office. This hands-on role is within the Transportation Market Sector and will work alongside full-time staff to learn how professional services are delivered to clients.

Interns will be mentored to develop engineering skills, interact with clients and job sites, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on public and private sector projects.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Surveying Engineering, Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences or related field.
• Strong interest in civil infrastructure, geotechnical engineering, surveying or related disciplines.
• Familiarity with CAD, GIS, surveying or data-processing software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support RESPEC’s Transportation Market Sector internship activities in Anchorage or Fairbanks.
• Learn engineering skills while mentored by RESPEC staff on public and private sector projects.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and gain exposure to clients and job sites.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Geomatics

Geospatial Sciences

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Geotechnical Engineering

Geomatics/Surveying

Tools

CAD

GIS

Surveying software

Data-processing software

Job description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems

Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

RESPEC seeks a Student Engineering Intern (Civil, Geotechnical, or Geomatics/Survey) for our Summer Internship 2027 program in our Anchorage or Fairbanks Office.

This hands-on position is within RESPEC’s Transportation Market Sector. This internship position will work alongside our firm’s full-time employees to learn how professional services are provided to our clients. Our experienced staff will provide mentoring and coaching to our interns to allow development of engineering skills and knowledge. Interns will get exposed to our clients, job sites, communities, as well as collaborate with our RESPEC multi-discipline team on public and private sector clients. Additional responsibilities include:

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience with a growing North American engineering consulting firm. This is a temporary part-time position.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following:

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Surveying Engineering, Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences, or a related field
• Strong interest in civil infrastructure, geotechnical engineering, surveying, or related disciplines
• Prior experience in engineering, surveying, construction, or related field activities preferred but not required
• Familiarity with engineering, CAD, GIS, surveying, or data-processing software is beneficial
• Strong computer skills and experience using modern collaboration technologies
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn, grow, and contribute as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work safely in both office and field environments

Compensation:

Compensation depends on experience. No benefits are offered except those that are required for statutory purposes.

Work Schedule:

During the summer months; 40 hours/week.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.