About the role#
KCI is looking for students to join our team as a Planning Intern for the Summer 2027 term. You will work under the supervision of a technical manager to gain experience on real projects. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position lasting at least 10 weeks between mid-May and August. You will be assigned a dedicated supervisor and mentor, attend planned activities, and complete mid-summer and end-of-summer reports.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the development of plans, documents, presentations, and figures.
- Conduct data analysis and reporting.
- Complete field surveys.
- Conduct entry level engineering, design, or drafting tasks.
- Prepare planning studies and coordinate conceptual plans with other design disciplines.
- Apply quality control procedures in alignment with ISO standards.
- Communicate with clients on a limited basis.
- Perform administrative or office management duties.
- Deliver project expectations on time.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college Engineering, Planning, Geography, or Public Policy program.
- A 3.0 GPA or higher is preferred.
- A valid Driver’s License.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
- Motor vehicle checks may be required.
- Skills in MicroStation, AutoCAD, GIS, or Adobe Creative Suite are helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid internship.
About KCI
KCI is an employee-owned firm that provides engineering, consulting, and construction services. It operates across the United States to serve government agencies and private clients. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Its technical work spans transportation, utilities, environmental management, and telecommunications. The firm is based in Sparks, Maryland.
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