About the role#
As a Civil Construction Engineer Intern, you will join our team in the field to support municipal infrastructure and roadway projects. This summer internship offers hands-on experience and the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on projects that impact local communities. You will be assigned to a mentor pod to help guide your professional development.
What you'll do#
- Assist with site surveying tasks.
- Perform inspection and documentation of construction activities.
- Collaborate with team members on various infrastructure projects.
- Participate in group activities to learn about different engineering career paths.
What you'll need#
- Declared major in Civil Engineering.
- Interest in Municipal or Environmental engineering.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents.
- Skills to research specifications and codes.
- Ability to perform basic calculations to compute quantities, verify measurements, and organize data.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office, specifically Excel and Word.
- Previous experience with CAD software like AutoCad or Civil 3D is desired.
- Valid driver’s license and a vehicle for commuting to project sites.
Location & details#
- Location: Libertyville, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20 to $26 per hour, depending on experience and academic year.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
About Clark Dietz, Inc.
Clark Dietz, Inc. is a professional engineering firm founded in 1953. It provides consulting, design, and construction management services to clients across the Midwest. The company operates ten offices throughout Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. It maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees and functions as an employee-owned organization.
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