About the role#
Snyder & Associates is hiring interns and co-ops for the summer and fall of 2027. These positions support our civil engineering projects across Iowa, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Missouri. You will gain hands-on experience by working directly with project managers and engineers on active construction sites.
What you'll do#
- Complete specific assignments delegated by engineers, project managers, or work group leaders.
- Spend the majority of your time on-site inspecting and observing active construction work.
- Communicate project status and construction progress to your team.
- Assist with land surveying and the development of project plans.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time college student in civil, environmental, or construction engineering.
- A strong work ethic and a desire to learn through hands-on team experiences.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
- Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
- Strong people skills to manage relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Prior construction experience or previous internships are a plus.
- Construction materials or DOT-related certifications are a plus.
Location & details#
- Locations: Various sites across Iowa, Wisconsin, Omaha (NE), Gladstone (MO), and St. Joseph (MO).
- Modality: On-site.
- Terms: Summer 2027 and Fall 2027.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Snyder & Associates, Inc.
Snyder & Associates, Inc. is a civil engineering, planning, and design firm founded in 1977. Based in Ankeny, Iowa, the company employs 318 people and maintains a presence across the Midwest. Their work spans municipal engineering, water and wastewater management, transportation, and land development. They focus on providing technical services for both local and national clients.
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