CPT Civil Project Engineer Jobs
Civil Project Engineer CPT roles put you on construction sites, in design offices, and inside project management workflows that directly extend your engineering curriculum. Your DSO must authorize each position as integral to your degree program, and your I-20 must reflect the specific employer and start date before you begin work.
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Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
- Contribute to the pre-construction civil engineering design, planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects ranging in size and scope.
- Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
- Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
- Interns will learn one or more software programs specific to their disciplines: AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Excel, Microstation, VISSIM, Open Roads, Synchro and/or GIS.
QUALIFICATIONS
- In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
- Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical, Biological, Biosystems, Chemical, or Agricultural Engineering
- Engineering Technology
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
INTRODUCTION
Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
- Contribute to the pre-construction civil engineering design, planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects ranging in size and scope.
- Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
- Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
- Interns will learn one or more software programs specific to their disciplines: AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Excel, Microstation, VISSIM, Open Roads, Synchro and/or GIS.
QUALIFICATIONS
- In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
- Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical, Biological, Biosystems, Chemical, or Agricultural Engineering
- Engineering Technology
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
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Get Access To All JobsCivil Project Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Civil Project Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the position is directly tied to your civil or structural engineering coursework and your school's curriculum requires or offers academic credit for it. Roles involving site supervision, project scheduling, or infrastructure design typically satisfy the integral-to-curriculum requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring a detailed job description to your authorization meeting.
Can I do CPT on a construction site, or does it have to be an office role?
CPT covers field-based civil engineering work, including site inspection, materials testing, and on-site project coordination. The location doesn't determine eligibility. What matters is that the duties connect to your program of study and that your I-20 accurately reflects the employer and work location. Notify your DSO if your primary work site changes mid-authorization period.
How do I find Civil Project Engineer employers who are comfortable hiring CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to identify civil engineering employers with a history of sponsoring work-authorized roles. Firms that have filed Labor Condition Applications with the DOL for H-1B visa positions already have internal processes for immigration paperwork, which makes them significantly easier to work with on CPT authorization logistics.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the project I'm assigned to gets delayed or cancelled?
If your role or start date changes materially, your employer needs to issue a revised offer letter and you'll need an updated I-20 from your DSO reflecting the new details. Working under a CPT authorization that no longer matches your actual position puts your F-1 status at risk. Contact your DSO as soon as you learn of any schedule or scope change.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility later?
Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your eligibility for OPT. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, does not affect OPT. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, track your authorized hours carefully across all CPT terms and ask your DSO to confirm your running total before accepting a full-time civil engineering placement.