Summer 2027 Internship - Land Development

Pape-Dawson; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns in our Florida offices for the summer of 2027 focusing on Land Development. The available locations are Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, and Sarasota.

The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects, such as transportation, water resources, environmental, survey, and residential or commercial land development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Civil or Agricultural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Strong fundamentals in engineering principles and practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; basic tech literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in preparing plans, specs, and cost estimates under supervision.
• Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic parameters and constraints.
• Analyze design features to align with project requirements and standards.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents.
• Support preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and studies.
• Participate in site visits, field activities, and data collection.
• Assist with redlines, submittals, and record drawings.
• Engage in progressively complex design tasks as skills grow.
• Assist in plans for residential, commercial, and site development, including grading and drainage.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Engineering fundamentals

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description: Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns in our Florida offices for the summer of 2027 focusing on Land Development. The available locations are Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, and Sarasota. The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects, such as transportation, water resources, environmental, survey, and residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.

Overview

Job Description

Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns in our Florida offices for the summer of 2027 focusing on Land Development. The available locations are Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, and Sarasota. The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects, such as transportation, water resources, environmental, survey, and residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision.
• Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints.
• Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards.
• Utilize computer-aided engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company‑approved formats.
• Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned.
• Assist with redlines, submittals, preparation of exhibits, and record (as‑built) drawings.
• Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop.
• Assist in the design and preparation of plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
• Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements.
• Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Agricultural Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptable and flexible in managing shifting priorities and deadlines.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.