About the role#
This summer internship provides hands-on experience in civil site design, permitting, and construction documentation. You will work alongside licensed engineers and technical professionals on active projects. This is a full-time position based in Nashville, Tennessee.
What you'll do#
- Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare site layout plans, grading and drainage designs, and utility infrastructure.
- Assist with site investigations and the collection of field data.
- Help develop construction documents, technical reports, and permit applications.
- Perform basic calculations, quantity take-offs, and material estimates.
- Organize project files, drawings, and technical data.
- Participate in project team meetings, capture notes, and track action items.
- Apply industry standards and company policies under the guidance of project leads.
- Attend trainings, lunch-and-learns, and site walks to build practical skills.
- Communicate project status to supervisors and ask questions to resolve blockers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program for Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Completion of at least sophomore year by the internship start date.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar design software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Understanding of relevant engineering theories and methodologies.
- Professionalism, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
Location & details#
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time.
About Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.
Smith Seckman Reid is a design services firm founded in 1968. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the company operates as a colleague-owned organization with 853 employees. It provides technical solutions across disciplines including mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering. The firm maintains offices in multiple states to support its facility and infrastructure projects.
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