About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to join the Rail team in Riverside, California, for the summer of 2027. You will work alongside civil engineers and technicians to gain experience across the full project life cycle, from initial concept through construction. The program includes formal software training, mentorship, and learning seminars designed to help you apply your academic knowledge to real projects.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to site planning, roadway, utility, parking lot, grading and drainage, storm water management, and track design projects.
- Develop preliminary and final designs using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
- Perform calculations for project dimensions, elevations, earthwork, utilities, and track quantities.
- Assist with preliminary site assessments and surveys.
- Handle construction administration tasks, including providing feedback on project status and design-related challenges.
- Work outdoors on active construction sites to perform inspections and observations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for civil engineering with a transportation emphasis.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
- Experience or training with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Microstation.
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- General understanding of drafting techniques and construction plan development.
- Previous experience or coursework in site or linear design.
- Experience with construction administration, such as staking, surveying, or inspections.
- A valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
- Ability to work outdoors, stand for extended periods, and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Must be at least 21 years of age by May 28, 2027, to operate vehicles for business purposes.
Location & details#
- Location: Riverside, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (mid-May through mid-August).
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week).
- Modality: On-site and hybrid arrangements.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About TKDA
TKDA is a civil engineering firm founded in 1910. It is 100 percent employee-owned and maintains a staff of 201 to 500 people. The company provides engineering, architecture, and planning services to clients in the transportation, water, and industrial sectors. It operates from a headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota, with additional offices in cities including Chicago, Seattle, and Duluth.
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