Civil Engineering Intern Jobs in Nevada
Civil Engineering Intern jobs in Nevada concentrate in transportation infrastructure, land development, and water resources, with the most active hiring centered in Las Vegas, Reno, and Henderson. Large firms such as WSP USA, AECOM, and Clark County Government maintain consistent intern pipelines to support Nevada's ongoing highway expansion and master-planned community development. The most in-demand specialties are stormwater management, site grading and drainage design, and transportation systems. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Regional Flood Control District
The Clark County Regional Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Civil Engineer position. This position will support our engineering team in delivering resilient, innovative, and technically sound flood control solutions for Clark County. This role will contribute to the planning, design, and construction oversight of complex regional capital improvement projects that mitigate flood risks and enhance public safety, while also playing an important role in the review of private land development projects to ensure consistency with District standards, regional flood control objectives, and local regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include evaluating hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, drainage studies, and related technical documentation, as well as coordinating with developers, consultants, and partner agencies. The Senior Civil Engineer will apply advanced expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, collaborate with teams, and help translate project objectives into practical, effective engineering solutions. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with strong technical skills, experience in design and construction practices, and a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Public Works
The Clark County Public Works Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Civil Engineer position in the Development Review Division and Design Engineering Division. In Development Review, the position reviews drainage studies submitted for the off-site plans of developer projects. The position in Design Engineering will be responsible for developing civil engineering designs for transportation and flood control infrastructure. This role prepares complete plans, specifications, and cost estimates for roadway improvements, storm drain systems, detention basins, culvert crossings, traffic signals, and related public works projects. The position also coordinates with internal teams and external consultants to ensure technical accuracy, design quality, and timely project delivery.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Valid registration as a professional Engineer is required. Applications submitted without a valid registration as a professional Engineer will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the selection process.
Required certifications/licenses may be submitted in the following ways.
- Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to application at time of submission.
- Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to an email and sent to County HR Recruitment Analyst: Lance.Gibson@ClarkCountyNV.gov.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering AND four (4) years of full-time professional level civil design and project management experience.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.
Working Conditions: Work with exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess valid registration as a professional Engineer in the State of Nevada at time of application. If registered in another state, must obtain Nevada registration within one (1) year of date of hire. Possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Confers with County or agency staff regarding physical facility project requirements, including space criteria, cost estimates and related matters.
- Conducts feasibility and cost studies; develops engineering solutions to complex problems related to such areas as bridges, storm or sanitary sewers, roadways, water systems, flood control systems, and office or plant facility design and retrofitting; recommends alternative approaches, including the use of contract services and the incorporation of new methods and materials.
- Prepares project designs, cost estimates, specifications and project schedules.
- Participates in writing requests for proposal and contract specifications for design and construction services; participates in the selection of contractors and administers professional service contracts.
- Maintains liaison with various utility, governmental agency, County and agency departmental staff; ensures that codes and standards are met in assigned projects.
- Administers contracts with and confers with consultants, engineers, architects and/or construction contractors; schedules projects; provides technical oversight, inspects work in progress and ensures that all work complies with contract specifications and applicable codes and standards.
- Coordinates and provides technical oversight to staff performing construction and remodeling projects; depending upon assignment; provides project or ongoing leadership or supervision to staff, including work assignment, review and evaluation; may participate in selection and disciplinary procedures.
- Reviews and authorizes requests for payment and change orders; tracks and document project and/or program costs.
- Confers with maintenance staff and recommends solutions to facility design, maintenance and operational problems.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Maintains accurate records and prepares a variety of periodic and special reports.
- Monitors developments in equipment, materials and techniques in the electrical engineering design and construction field; gathers information, develops alternatives and makes recommendations.
- Drives a personal, County or agency motor vehicle in order to drive to project sites and meetings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and to drive a motor vehicle in order to visit work sites; strength and stamina to inspect various construction projects and facilities; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Regional Flood Control District
The Clark County Regional Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Civil Engineer position. This position will support our engineering team in delivering resilient, innovative, and technically sound flood control solutions for Clark County. This role will contribute to the planning, design, and construction oversight of complex regional capital improvement projects that mitigate flood risks and enhance public safety, while also playing an important role in the review of private land development projects to ensure consistency with District standards, regional flood control objectives, and local regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include evaluating hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, drainage studies, and related technical documentation, as well as coordinating with developers, consultants, and partner agencies. The Senior Civil Engineer will apply advanced expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, collaborate with teams, and help translate project objectives into practical, effective engineering solutions. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with strong technical skills, experience in design and construction practices, and a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Public Works
The Clark County Public Works Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Civil Engineer position in the Development Review Division and Design Engineering Division. In Development Review, the position reviews drainage studies submitted for the off-site plans of developer projects. The position in Design Engineering will be responsible for developing civil engineering designs for transportation and flood control infrastructure. This role prepares complete plans, specifications, and cost estimates for roadway improvements, storm drain systems, detention basins, culvert crossings, traffic signals, and related public works projects. The position also coordinates with internal teams and external consultants to ensure technical accuracy, design quality, and timely project delivery.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Valid registration as a professional Engineer is required. Applications submitted without a valid registration as a professional Engineer will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the selection process.
Required certifications/licenses may be submitted in the following ways.
- Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to application at time of submission.
- Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to an email and sent to County HR Recruitment Analyst: Lance.Gibson@ClarkCountyNV.gov.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering AND four (4) years of full-time professional level civil design and project management experience.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.
Working Conditions: Work with exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess valid registration as a professional Engineer in the State of Nevada at time of application. If registered in another state, must obtain Nevada registration within one (1) year of date of hire. Possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Confers with County or agency staff regarding physical facility project requirements, including space criteria, cost estimates and related matters.
- Conducts feasibility and cost studies; develops engineering solutions to complex problems related to such areas as bridges, storm or sanitary sewers, roadways, water systems, flood control systems, and office or plant facility design and retrofitting; recommends alternative approaches, including the use of contract services and the incorporation of new methods and materials.
- Prepares project designs, cost estimates, specifications and project schedules.
- Participates in writing requests for proposal and contract specifications for design and construction services; participates in the selection of contractors and administers professional service contracts.
- Maintains liaison with various utility, governmental agency, County and agency departmental staff; ensures that codes and standards are met in assigned projects.
- Administers contracts with and confers with consultants, engineers, architects and/or construction contractors; schedules projects; provides technical oversight, inspects work in progress and ensures that all work complies with contract specifications and applicable codes and standards.
- Coordinates and provides technical oversight to staff performing construction and remodeling projects; depending upon assignment; provides project or ongoing leadership or supervision to staff, including work assignment, review and evaluation; may participate in selection and disciplinary procedures.
- Reviews and authorizes requests for payment and change orders; tracks and document project and/or program costs.
- Confers with maintenance staff and recommends solutions to facility design, maintenance and operational problems.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Maintains accurate records and prepares a variety of periodic and special reports.
- Monitors developments in equipment, materials and techniques in the electrical engineering design and construction field; gathers information, develops alternatives and makes recommendations.
- Drives a personal, County or agency motor vehicle in order to drive to project sites and meetings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and to drive a motor vehicle in order to visit work sites; strength and stamina to inspect various construction projects and facilities; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
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Civil Engineering Intern Job Market in Nevada
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Who's Hiring
- Ledcor12
- Westwood Professional Services6
- Bowman4
- Kimley-Horn4
- Carollo Engineers4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services25
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Education1
- Manufacturing1
- Government & Public Sector1
What Nevada Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineering intern jobs across Nevada.
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from an ABET-accredited civil engineering bachelor's or master's program
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or comparable drafting and design software
- Coursework or project experience in site design, hydrology, or structural analysis
- Ability to perform field visits and site assessments in outdoor Nevada conditions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing project documentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic spreadsheet-based engineering calculations
Civil Engineering Intern Jobs in Nevada: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil engineering intern in Nevada?
You become a civil engineering intern in Nevada by enrolling in or completing an ABET-accredited civil engineering program and registering as an Engineer Intern through the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. The EI credential is recognized by Nevada employers and signals readiness for professional work. Most firms in Las Vegas and Reno treat active EI registration as a strong differentiator when choosing among intern candidates.
Which companies hire civil engineering interns in Nevada?
Companies currently hiring civil engineering interns in Nevada include Ledcor, Westwood Professional Services, and Bowman, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Nevada's sustained construction activity in Clark County and the Reno-Sparks metro keeps demand from both large national engineering consultants and regional public works departments consistently active throughout the year.
Which Nevada cities have the most civil engineering intern jobs?
The cities with the most civil engineering intern openings in Nevada are Las Vegas, Reno, and Elko. Las Vegas anchors the market through its volume of road widening, utility corridor, and master-planned community projects, while Reno and Henderson attract openings tied to regional transportation agencies, industrial site development near the Tesla Gigafactory corridor, and residential infrastructure work.
Are there remote civil engineering intern jobs in Nevada?
Yes, but they are rare. Civil engineering intern work is largely site-dependent, requiring field visits, on-site surveys, and in-office CAD collaboration. About 14% of civil engineering intern openings tied to Nevada are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to concentrate in preliminary design tasks, report writing, and GIS mapping rather than construction observation or field inspection duties.
How can I get hired as a civil engineering intern in Nevada with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to public sector intern programs run by Clark County Public Works or the Nevada Department of Transportation, both of which post entry-level rotations designed for students without prior industry experience. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and earning your Engineer Intern registration through the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors gives you a concrete credential to lead with. Candidates from adjacent roles such as construction laborer, surveying assistant, or AutoCAD drafter also move into intern positions at regional land development firms in the Las Vegas and Reno markets.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineering intern jobs in Nevada?
You can find and apply to civil engineering intern jobs in Nevada on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nevada openings updated in real time. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your program level and desired location within Nevada, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.
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