Civil Engineer Intern – Hybrid, Mentored Fast-Track Career

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, invites graduates for a Civil Engineering Internship. The program provides hands-on experience across site grading, drainage design, utility coordination, and CAD‑driven design under experienced mentors.

You will work on real projects, attend site visits, learn design standards, and develop proficiency in AutoCAD and related tools. A hybrid schedule is available, with office days in Mossel Bay and remote work when possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong academic record and fundamentals of civil engineering.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or willingness to learn quickly.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with Mossel Bay context is a plus.
• Hybrid work schedule requiring presence in Mossel Bay on designated days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing civil design documents including site plans and grading designs.
• Support senior engineers in site analysis and feasibility studies.
• Perform basic calculations for earthworks, drainage, and utilities.
• Use CAD software to create and modify drawings under supervision.
• Participate in site visits and data collection.
• Review project specifications and ensure compliance.
• Contribute to technical reports and project documentation.
• Attend project meetings and learn design challenges and solutions.
• Develop proficiency in engineering software and drafting tools.
• Adhere to company policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, invites graduates for a Civil Engineering Internship. The program provides hands-on experience across site grading, drainage design, utility coordination, and CAD‑driven design under experienced mentors.

You will work on real projects, attend site visits, learn design standards, and develop proficiency in AutoCAD and related tools. A hybrid schedule is available, with office days in Mossel Bay and remote work when possible.