Entry Level Civil Engineering Intern Jobs
New grad civil engineering intern jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to their first professional roles, where a strong portfolio or hands-on internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Consulting & Professional Services, Automotive, and Manufacturing, with employers like Kimley-Horn, RS&H, and Schnabel Engineering hiring at this level now.
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Department: Corporate/Administrative
Location: Columbus, OH
Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour
Description
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people-focused, award-winning consulting firm providing civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support services. MSG is seeking motivated students for 2027 internship opportunities across our office locations. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience supporting active projects. Responsibilities may include fieldwork, data collection and analysis, technical calculations, preparing plans and reports, project documentation, and other tasks related to the intern’s area of study. Specific assignments will be based on the student’s background, interests, location, and MSG’s project needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist project teams with technical and administrative project tasks.
- Participate in construction or site inspections, field sampling, and testing, as applicable.
- Collect, organize, analyze, and enter project data.
- Support the preparation of plans, drawings, and other materials using AutoCAD.
- Conduct office research and assist with reports and project documentation.
- Enter, update, and maintain Geographic Information System (GIS) data.
- Participate in site visits and project meetings as needed.
- Maintain accurate records and follow MSG’s safety and quality standards.
- Perform other duties based on the intern’s area of study and project needs as requested.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program or a related environmental science, surveying, construction management, GIS, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, or other technical program. Candidates should have strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, along with attention to detail, reliability, basic Microsoft Office knowledge, and a willingness to learn. Previous AutoCAD or GIS experience is preferred for applicable assignments but is not required. Previous internship experience is not required.
What We Offer - Benefits
At MSG, interns gain hands-on experience contributing to real projects while working alongside experienced professionals. This opportunity allows students to apply classroom knowledge, develop technical and professional skills, explore different career paths, and build relationships within the industry. The compensation range for this role is indicated in the posting and reflects MSG’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. Benefits available to eligible interns include:
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible schedule
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local criteria. We provide all applicants and employees with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification covered by applicable local, state, or federal law.
Department: Corporate/Administrative
Location: Columbus, OH
Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour
Description
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people-focused, award-winning consulting firm providing civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support services. MSG is seeking motivated students for 2027 internship opportunities across our office locations. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience supporting active projects. Responsibilities may include fieldwork, data collection and analysis, technical calculations, preparing plans and reports, project documentation, and other tasks related to the intern’s area of study. Specific assignments will be based on the student’s background, interests, location, and MSG’s project needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist project teams with technical and administrative project tasks.
- Participate in construction or site inspections, field sampling, and testing, as applicable.
- Collect, organize, analyze, and enter project data.
- Support the preparation of plans, drawings, and other materials using AutoCAD.
- Conduct office research and assist with reports and project documentation.
- Enter, update, and maintain Geographic Information System (GIS) data.
- Participate in site visits and project meetings as needed.
- Maintain accurate records and follow MSG’s safety and quality standards.
- Perform other duties based on the intern’s area of study and project needs as requested.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program or a related environmental science, surveying, construction management, GIS, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, or other technical program. Candidates should have strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, along with attention to detail, reliability, basic Microsoft Office knowledge, and a willingness to learn. Previous AutoCAD or GIS experience is preferred for applicable assignments but is not required. Previous internship experience is not required.
What We Offer - Benefits
At MSG, interns gain hands-on experience contributing to real projects while working alongside experienced professionals. This opportunity allows students to apply classroom knowledge, develop technical and professional skills, explore different career paths, and build relationships within the industry. The compensation range for this role is indicated in the posting and reflects MSG’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. Benefits available to eligible interns include:
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible schedule
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local criteria. We provide all applicants and employees with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification covered by applicable local, state, or federal law.
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Entry Level Civil Engineering Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level civil engineering intern job?
Employers hiring entry level civil engineering interns look for foundational coursework in structures, materials, or site engineering, plus any hands-on experience from class projects, campus labs, or prior internships. Proficiency in AutoCAD or Civil 3D gives candidates a real edge at this stage. A concise portfolio showing one or two technical projects, even academic ones, can strengthen an application significantly.
Which companies hire entry level civil engineering interns?
Companies hiring entry level civil engineering interns right now include Kimley-Horn, RS&H, and Schnabel Engineering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of civil and structural engineering consultancies, infrastructure contractors, municipal agencies, and large construction firms that run formal intern programs for early-career candidates.
Are there remote entry level civil engineering intern jobs?
Yes, though most civil engineering intern work is field- or office-based by nature. About 3% of entry level civil engineering intern openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve drafting, data analysis, or permit research rather than site supervision. On-site roles remain the majority at this level.
Are these new grad civil engineering intern jobs?
Yes, these roles include new grad, recent graduate, and junior positions. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience and treats internships, co-ops, or a strong academic portfolio as qualifying background. If a listing does not require prior professional experience and mentions degree programs or recent graduation, it is a genuine new grad opportunity.
Which industries hire the most entry level civil engineering interns?
Entry Level civil engineering intern roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Automotive, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run ongoing infrastructure, development, and construction projects that rely on interns and junior engineers for drafting, field support, and technical documentation under senior supervision.