Land Development Engineer Internships
Land development engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career candidates hands-on project experience working alongside working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Bohler, LJA, and Toll Brothers among the employers posting roles now.
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Who are we?
Since 1967, Toll Brothers has been building luxury homes and communities in the best locations in the U.S. Today, we’re a Fortune 500 company operating in over 60 markets. We’re the country’s premier luxury builder with the widest range of product offerings and price points in the industry, serving first-time, move-up, active-adult, and second-home buyers.
From the homes we build to the talent we recruit, we know that to be the best, we have to work with the best. Toll Brothers is a place where diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and where employees of all backgrounds are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We believe every employee should feel safe to be their true and authentic self at work. Our employees are our family, and we strive to uphold the values that our founders instilled in us, creating an exceptional place to work that is inclusive to all.
Toll Brothers, America's leading luxury home builder, seeks a Land Development Intern for our division office located in Reno, Nevada.
This position will be on-site 5 days per week.
The Land Development Intern will learn Toll Brothers processes including due diligence, planning, entitlements, land clearing, mass earthwork, sanitary sewer/pump stations, water, roadway construction, grading, and drainage.
Land Development Interns will assist with:
- Due diligence
- Entitlements
- Preparing preliminary and final budgets
- soliciting and analyzing bids
- Preparing and awarding contracts
- Scheduling and overseeing contractors
- Project dedication
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected Fortune 500 companies!
Qualifications
This internship is available to students majoring in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, and are interested in gaining hands-on industry experience prior to graduation. Land Development Interns will work with Land Development Managers, assisting in the preparation of budgets and contracts, and related office responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, solid analytical skills, and will be a self-starter, able to identify problems and solve them.
The salary for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour.
Come see why Toll Brothers has been attracting and retaining some of the best professionals in the industry!
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Toll Brothers is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Toll Brothers will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.
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Join an award-winning company!
Who are we?
Since 1967, Toll Brothers has been building luxury homes and communities in the best locations in the U.S. Today, we’re a Fortune 500 company operating in over 60 markets. We’re the country’s premier luxury builder with the widest range of product offerings and price points in the industry, serving first-time, move-up, active-adult, and second-home buyers.
From the homes we build to the talent we recruit, we know that to be the best, we have to work with the best. Toll Brothers is a place where diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and where employees of all backgrounds are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We believe every employee should feel safe to be their true and authentic self at work. Our employees are our family, and we strive to uphold the values that our founders instilled in us, creating an exceptional place to work that is inclusive to all.
Toll Brothers, America's leading luxury home builder, seeks a Land Development Intern for our division office located in Reno, Nevada.
This position will be on-site 5 days per week.
The Land Development Intern will learn Toll Brothers processes including due diligence, planning, entitlements, land clearing, mass earthwork, sanitary sewer/pump stations, water, roadway construction, grading, and drainage.
Land Development Interns will assist with:
- Due diligence
- Entitlements
- Preparing preliminary and final budgets
- soliciting and analyzing bids
- Preparing and awarding contracts
- Scheduling and overseeing contractors
- Project dedication
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected Fortune 500 companies!
Qualifications
This internship is available to students majoring in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, and are interested in gaining hands-on industry experience prior to graduation. Land Development Interns will work with Land Development Managers, assisting in the preparation of budgets and contracts, and related office responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, solid analytical skills, and will be a self-starter, able to identify problems and solve them.
The salary for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour.
Come see why Toll Brothers has been attracting and retaining some of the best professionals in the industry!
APPLY ONLINE TODAY!
Toll Brothers is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Toll Brothers will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.
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Land Development Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Bohler12
- LJA5
- Toll Brothers5
- VHB3
- Bolton & Menk3
Tips for Your Land Development Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large civil engineering firms and land development companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohort spots before spring semester starts. Smaller employers and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings throughout the year rather than waiting for a single window.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for land development engineer internships expect limited work history. What moves your application forward is documented project work: grading plans, stormwater designs, or site layout exercises completed in coursework. Compile them in a portfolio with the tools used, such as Civil 3D or GIS software, so recruiters have something concrete to assess.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which firms recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach beyond what any single university channel covers.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Land development engineer intern interviews typically include a technical component covering site design principles, grading concepts, or software you have used in coursework. Practice walking through your reasoning verbally, not just arriving at an answer, since interviewers assess how you approach a problem as much as the final result.
Target structured internship programs at larger firms
Many large civil engineering, land development, and infrastructure companies run cohort-based summer programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often come with mentorship and project rotation built in. Identify the ones that match your interests and apply in the first wave of their recruiting cycle.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 50% of the land development engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you are not spending time on roles you cannot take.
Land Development Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a land development engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A CAD or design portfolio gives recruiters something concrete to assess for land development engineer candidates. Apply directly to companies posting openings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a land development engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For land development engineer interns, what actually drives it is the quality of your work on real projects, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Perform well, ask questions, and treat every assignment as an audition without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for land development engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large civil engineering and development firms recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies, municipal employers, and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single application window.
Are land development engineer internships paid?
Most professional land development engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, so you can compare opportunities without having to ask upfront.
What should a land development engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Highlight two or three documented projects that show what you built or analyzed, the software you used (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS platforms), and where the work can be seen, such as a design portfolio or project case study. Add relevant coursework in site design, hydrology, or grading, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote land development engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the land development engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see those openings before they close.
Can international students get land development engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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