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Civil Engineering Intern jobs on CPT let you apply structural analysis, site design, and AutoCAD skills to real projects while satisfying your curriculum's practical training requirement. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start work, and the role must directly integrate with your current coursework.
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Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our Mission is to provide reliable, affordable energy at scale to support America’s growing energy demands.
Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, SB Energy develops, builds, owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States. Since launching in 2019, the company has rapidly grown into a top-tier integrated platform with over 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide. SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and technology future—today.
Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power!
Summer Internships at SB Energy!
Are you looking for an internship to jumpstart your career? If so, you have come to the right place! SB Energy has many exciting internship opportunities. We are currently searching for students or alumni interested in gaining hands-on experience at a fast-paced and innovative energy and digital infrastructure company. Our mission is to deliver reliable and secure data center and power infrastructure to strengthen America’s future. Our internships have a specific focus, but often get broader exposure to SB Energy's business, gaining insight into different areas of the company and the energy and data center industry.
Benefits Of a SB Energy Internship
- Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
- Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
- Work in teams and with cross-functional colleagues in a professional environment
- Develop technical skills specific to your major
- Gain opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning from industry professionals in a live business environment
- Final project summary presentation to the team
This internship will help you acquire marketable skills by participating in key engineering initiatives at SB Energy. This internship will help you acquire technical skills associated with the basics of a career in civil engineering involving some of the largest land area projects in the world. This role will also provide insight into project development and structural engineering.
Responsibilities
- Perform Hydrology Analyses of large solar power plant projects utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) and Hydrological Analysis software such as HEC-RAS.
- Review reports and studies known as 'Due Diligence'
- Identify project risks
- Estimate civil works quantities
Qualifications/Requirements
- Degree (or pursuing a degree) in Civil Engineering
- Studied Hydrology, Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulics and Geotechnical Engineering
- Experience with GIS and Hydrology tools such as HEC-RAS a plus
- Strong verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
Location: Redwood City, CA; San Diego, CA; or Denver, CO. We have a hybrid office set up.
Hourly pay: $25-$30 per hour
At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!
SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.
INTRODUCTION
Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our Mission is to provide reliable, affordable energy at scale to support America’s growing energy demands.
Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, SB Energy develops, builds, owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States. Since launching in 2019, the company has rapidly grown into a top-tier integrated platform with over 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide. SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and technology future—today.
Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power!
Summer Internships at SB Energy!
Are you looking for an internship to jumpstart your career? If so, you have come to the right place! SB Energy has many exciting internship opportunities. We are currently searching for students or alumni interested in gaining hands-on experience at a fast-paced and innovative energy and digital infrastructure company. Our mission is to deliver reliable and secure data center and power infrastructure to strengthen America’s future. Our internships have a specific focus, but often get broader exposure to SB Energy's business, gaining insight into different areas of the company and the energy and data center industry.
Benefits Of a SB Energy Internship
- Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
- Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
- Work in teams and with cross-functional colleagues in a professional environment
- Develop technical skills specific to your major
- Gain opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning from industry professionals in a live business environment
- Final project summary presentation to the team
This internship will help you acquire marketable skills by participating in key engineering initiatives at SB Energy. This internship will help you acquire technical skills associated with the basics of a career in civil engineering involving some of the largest land area projects in the world. This role will also provide insight into project development and structural engineering.
Responsibilities
- Perform Hydrology Analyses of large solar power plant projects utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) and Hydrological Analysis software such as HEC-RAS.
- Review reports and studies known as 'Due Diligence'
- Identify project risks
- Estimate civil works quantities
Qualifications/Requirements
- Degree (or pursuing a degree) in Civil Engineering
- Studied Hydrology, Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulics and Geotechnical Engineering
- Experience with GIS and Hydrology tools such as HEC-RAS a plus
- Strong verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
Location: Redwood City, CA; San Diego, CA; or Denver, CO. We have a hybrid office set up.
Hourly pay: $25-$30 per hour
At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!
SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.
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Get Access To All JobsCivil Engineering Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a civil engineering internship automatically qualify for CPT?
Not automatically. The position must be an integral part of your degree curriculum, meaning your program must require or offer academic credit for the work. Internships in structural, geotechnical, or transportation engineering typically qualify, but your DSO must review the job description and confirm it maps to your enrolled coursework before granting authorization.
Can I do CPT at a civil engineering firm while taking a full course load?
Yes, part-time CPT (20 hours or fewer per week) is permitted while you carry a full course load. Full-time CPT is generally restricted to semesters when the internship replaces your coursework. Confirm the hour limit with your DSO, since exceeding 20 hours on part-time CPT affects your OPT eligibility if you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT.
How do I find civil engineering internships that accept CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to browse civil engineering intern roles from employers with documented work authorization experience. Many firms hiring for infrastructure, environmental, or construction management projects have established processes for F-1 students on CPT, which reduces back-and-forth during the offer stage.
Does CPT authorization affect my ability to get H-1B sponsorship later?
CPT itself does not affect your H-1B visa eligibility. However, accumulating 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your standard OPT eligibility, which also removes access to the STEM OPT extension. Since many civil engineering roles qualify for STEM OPT, losing that 29-month work authorization window can reduce your time on the market before needing H-1B sponsorship.
What documents does my employer need from me to process CPT?
Your employer needs your I-20 with the CPT authorization listed on page two, showing the correct employer name, start and end dates, and whether it is part-time or full-time. Some firms with federally funded projects also require a copy of your visa stamp and I-94 for E-Verify enrollment. Confirm the exact document checklist with HR before your first day.