About the role#
This summer internship offers practical experience within our transportation department. You will support the planning and design of various transportation facilities while working alongside our design team. This is a paid, full-time role for the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Perform plan reviews and prepare project plans.
- Use CAD software for design tasks.
- Conduct quantity computations.
- Assist with traffic analysis and data collection.
- Participate in field survey work.
- Support construction inspection processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 4-year Civil Engineering degree program, with an emphasis on Transportation Engineering.
- Availability to begin work in May 2027.
- Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Access to your own transportation, as this role requires travel throughout our service area.
Location & details#
- Locations: Crystal Lake, Bannockburn, Chicago, Mokena, or Naperville, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site and hybrid options available.
- Compensation: $23.00 per hour.
About Baxter & Woodman
Baxter & Woodman is a civil engineering firm founded in 1946. Based in Crystal Lake, Illinois, the company provides consulting engineering and technology services to government agencies and municipalities. It employs more than 450 people across locations in Florida, Illinois, Texas, and Wisconsin. The firm specializes in water resources, transportation, and utility engineering.
How to get in at Baxter & Woodman
Applying early for a position at Baxter & Woodman significantly improves your chances of being noticed before the applicant pool grows too large. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, ensuring you can submit your materials among the first candidates. Getting your application in early is a practical way to stand out in a competitive field. You can also reach out to the recruiters behind the company roles to ask about the position or a potential referral. Intern Insider surfaces these specific contacts, which often helps improve your response rates compared to submitting into a general queue. Connecting with the right person shows you have done your homework on the firm.



