Tunnels Engineering Internship - 2027

Centro Escolar University; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Mentorship and professionaldevelopment

Employee Resource Groups

Hybrid working policy

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Los Angeles, CA is offering a three-month summer internship for civil engineering–or related field students. The role covers designing engineering solutions, conducting site inspections, and joining project and client meetings, with exposure to project management and documentation.

You will gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and structured development through the program, including Employee Resource Groups and meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated interest via internships, volunteering, or organization memberships.
• Creative thinking with a methodical and pragmatic problem-solving approach.
• Proficient communication and presentation skills for client engagement.
• Resilient, solution-oriented mindset focused on growth and delivering value.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Collaborative spirit and teamwork commitment.

Responsibilities

• Designing engineering solutions
• Conducting site inspections and monitoring
• Joining project and client meetings
• Refining technical designs and documentation
• Analyzing reports and specifications
• Exploring project and client management
• Leveraging digital tools and innovation
• Driving sustainable outcomes
• Building connections through the Early Career Professionals Network

Education

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

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Designing engineering solutions
• Conducting site inspections and monitoring
• Joining project and client meetings
• Refining technical designs and documentation
• Analyzing reports and specifications
• Exploring project and client management
• Leveraging digital tools and innovation
• Driving sustainable outcomes
• Building connections through the Early Career Professionals Network

About You

The company is looking for:

• Progress towards a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Demonstrated interest in the field through previous internships, volunteering, or organization memberships
• Creative thinking skills with a methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage confidently with clients and colleagues
• Resilient, solution-oriented mindset focused on continuous growth and delivering value
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary range of $18 to $35, determined by location, education, experience, and skills
• Eligibility to participate in Mott MacDonald's 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development on meaningful projects

Training & Development

• Structured three-month summer internship program providing foundational career development
• Learning and development experiences supporting career goals
• Dedicated mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• Employee Resource Groups to build connection and community
• Meaningful opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow daily

Career Progression

Participants will develop technical skills and a consulting mindset, contributing to meaningful work and collaborating to achieve better outcomes with support throughout their growth.

This position is located in Los Angeles, CA, requiring reliable commuting per the hybrid working policy. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.