Summer 2027 Civil Engineering Internship

American Engineering; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

American Engineering’s Summer Intern position in Raleigh, NC offers hands-on exposure across civil engineering disciplines and real project experience with mentors who guide your growth.

You will support design teams, collaborate with engineers and project managers, and learn from industry experts while exploring Land Development, Transportation, Municipal Infrastructure, and Water/Wastewater projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Interest in Land Development, Transportation, Municipal Infrastructure, or Water/Wastewater.
• Expected graduation date of 2027 or 2028.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a team environment.
• Ability to commute or relocate to the Raleigh region for the internship.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering design teams on active projects.
• Work alongside experienced engineers and project managers.
• Ask questions and learn from industry experts.
• Assist with design, planning, and project development tasks.
• Collaborate with teammates across departments.
• Gain exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and project types.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Summer 2027 Civil Engineering Internship

Not sure exactly which path in civil engineering is right for you yet?

That's okay. Most students don't.

At American Engineering, we believe internships should help you explore the profession, not lock you into a single specialty. As a Summer Intern, you'll work alongside experienced engineers, gain hands‑on project experience, and see how different civil engineering disciplines come together to shape communities.

Whether your interests lean toward Land Development, Municipal Infrastructure, Water/Wastewater, or Transportation, you'll have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals and contribute to real projects that impact the places where people live, work, and travel.

Why American Engineering?

Work on real projects, not just busy work

Learn directly from Professional Engineers (PEs)

Explore multiple disciplines and project types

Collaborate with teams across the company

Gain practical experience that prepares you for your future career

We don't believe in pigeonholing young engineers. If you're curious, motivated, and eager to learn, we'll help you discover where your strengths and passions fit within civil engineering.

What You'll Do

• Support engineering design teams on active projects


• Work alongside experienced engineers and project managers


• Ask questions and learn from industry experts


• Assist with design, planning, and project development tasks


• Collaborate with teammates across departments


• Gain exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and project types

What We're Looking For

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


• Interest in Land Development, Transportation, Municipal Infrastructure, or Water/Wastewater


• Expected graduation date of 2027 or 2028


• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills


• Desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a team environment


• Ability to commute or relocate to the Raleigh region for the internship

Bonus Points If You Have

• Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D


• Previous internship, co‑op, research, or engineering‑related experience

But don't worry if you don't. We're more interested in your curiosity, work ethic, and willingness to learn.

Start Building What's Next

If you're ready to gain real‑world experience, work with talented engineers, and explore what a career in civil engineering can look like, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and spend your summer building the future with American Engineering.