Summer 2027 Civil Engineer Intern - Surface Transportation

Default Brand; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(K) eligibility

Volunteer hours & Sick time

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Ulteig is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Civil team in Detroit Lakes, MN. The role involves a mix of field construction observation and office design work under mentorship.

You will gain exposure to client-driven standards and perform tasks ranging from site grading to pavement design, while developing solid engineering skills through real project experience. Must be enrolled in civil or construction engineering, with the ability to work full-time during Summer 2027

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering
• Interest in construction observation and design
• Willing to work full-time Summer 2027
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience with Civil 3D/Open Roads is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform construction observation duties on assigned projects
• Maintain records, quantities, checklists, daily reports, and documentation for construction administration projects
• Communicate progress with senior design staff
• Design, develop, implement, and analyze engineering systems
• Plan preparation including grading, erosion control, traffic control, pavement marking, street lighting, underground utility design
• Develop plans and specifications that comply with state and municipal requirements
• Demonstrate out-of-the-box thinking and design ownership
• Work in both office and field settings

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley Open Roads Designer

Job description

Summer 2027 Civil Engineer Intern - Surface Transportation

Job Category: Internships/Co-op

Requisition Number: SUMME004927

• Posted : October 6, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking a talented and motivated Civil Engineer Intern to join our Civil team for the 2027 summer. The selected candidate could support both construction with the opportunity to some design and office work. We are looking for candidates that are eager to expand their knowledge base and grow their career. Prospective candidates are expected to be committed to client satisfaction, and adhere strictly to client-driven standards, schedules, budgets, and passionate about working with our clients and team!

What You'll Do

• Perform construction observation duties on assigned projects
• Maintain records, construction quantities, checklists, daily reports, and documentation for construction administration projects in accordance with municipality requirements
• Communicate progress and questions from the field with senior design staff
• Design, develop, implement, and analyze engineering systems
• plan preparation that includes but is not limited to grading plans, erosion control plans, traffic control plans, pavement marking, street lighting, underground utility design, and pavement design
• Develop plans and specifications that comply with preexisting state and municipality requirements
• Demonstrate a wide degree of out-of-the-box thinking, creativity, and design ownership
• Perform work within both office and field settings

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience applying classroom knowledge to engineering design
• Exposure to the consulting engineering environment and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• Mentorship from industry professionals
• A deeper understanding of the civil engineering challenges

What We Expect from You

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering
• Working Knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D or Bentley Open Roads Designer preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work full-time during Summer 2027
• Potential to continue internship through the school year based on performance and business needs
• Must have the ability to work in the Detroit Lakes, MN area
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our Interns:

• Competitive Pay, 401(K) eligibility, Volunteer hours & Sick time
• Collaborative Environment

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation for this role is $25-$27/hr.
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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