CPT Civil Engineering Intern Jobs
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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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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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.