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Civil Engineering Intern jobs are open across construction, infrastructure, environmental consulting, and government agencies, from entry-level undergraduate positions to recent-graduate roles, with specializations in structural, transportation, geotechnical, and water resources engineering. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Work daily on various technical topics with an engineering mentor
- Provide assistance to system engineers to assess system health, prepare/review design changes, determine replacements for obsolete parts, troubleshoot system equipment, review work packages, support/resolve installation technical issues.
- Work with data management/organization to assist in developing tools associated with system health, and spare parts.
Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering
- Must have completed their Sophomore year
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
- Work daily on various technical topics with an engineering mentor
- Provide assistance to system engineers to assess system health, prepare/review design changes, determine replacements for obsolete parts, troubleshoot system equipment, review work packages, support/resolve installation technical issues.
- Work with data management/organization to assist in developing tools associated with system health, and spare parts.
Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering
- Must have completed their Sophomore year
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineering intern jobs.
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from an ABET-accredited civil engineering undergraduate program
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or Civil 3D for design drafting and site layout tasks
- Familiarity with engineering calculations for loads, drainage, or soil bearing capacity
- Experience or coursework in transportation, structural, geotechnical, or environmental engineering
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and client-facing documentation
- Valid driver's license for travel to project sites or field inspection assignments
Tips for Your Civil Engineering Intern Job Search
Tailor your resume to project types
Civil engineering intern listings often specify roadway, structural, or site development work. Match your resume's project bullets to the employer's focus area, using the same terminology they use in the posting so your application reads as an exact fit.
Highlight relevant software by name
AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, and MicroStation appear constantly in civil engineering intern job requirements. List each tool you've used and the context you used it in, not just the software name, so reviewers can gauge your actual proficiency level.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists civil engineering intern openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target firms by project pipeline
Engineering consultancies and DOT contractors hire interns around active project awards. Search firm news for recent contract wins in your target sector, then check their open intern postings, because those roles often open within weeks of a major contract announcement.
Prepare a field-ready technical example
Interviewers for civil engineering intern roles routinely ask for a specific example of a technical problem you solved under constraints. Prepare one story that covers what the constraint was, what analysis you ran, and what changed as a result of your recommendation.
Ask the right questions during your interview
Asking which software the team uses daily, whether interns attend client or field site visits, and how intern projects are scoped signals professional awareness. These questions demonstrate you understand what a civil engineering intern actually does on a job site.
Civil Engineering Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most civil engineering interns?
The companies hiring the most civil engineering interns right now include Kimley-Horn, RS&H, and Bohler, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal agencies, state departments of transportation, and large infrastructure consultancies consistently post the highest intern volumes throughout the year.
How many civil engineering intern jobs are remote?
About 34% of civil engineering intern openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most other engineering disciplines because much of the work involves field visits, lab analysis, and on-site coordination. Roles focused on CAD drafting, data analysis, or environmental reporting are most likely to offer hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a civil engineering intern?
Enroll in or be actively completing a civil engineering degree program, since nearly all employers require current enrollment or recent graduation. Build hands-on skills in AutoCAD or Civil 3D through coursework or personal projects. Compile a resume that highlights relevant lab work, design projects, and any field exposure. Then apply directly to intern postings that match your technical focus area.
Can you get a civil engineering intern job with little or no experience?
Yes, many civil engineering intern roles are specifically designed for students who have no prior work experience in the field. Employers filling these positions focus on your coursework, design projects, and software skills rather than a professional portfolio. Applying to government agencies and mid-size consultancies tends to be more accessible for first-time applicants than large national firms with competitive intern programs.
What does the civil engineering intern interview process look like?
Most civil engineering intern interviews include an initial phone or video screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by a technical interview with an engineer or project manager. The technical conversation typically covers fundamental mechanics, drainage or structural concepts from coursework, and software you have used. Some employers add a short take-home design exercise or ask you to walk through a class project in detail.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineering intern jobs?
You can find and apply to civil engineering intern jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your technical focus and geographic preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and availability.
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