Civil Engineering Intern

Job Description

Civil Engineering Intern

About the Opportunity

Atwell, LLC, a leading national consulting, engineering, and construction services firm with over 70 offices across the country, is seeking a driven and talented Civil Engineering Intern to join our project teams within the Real Estate and Land Development market. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to diverse projects, working alongside experienced professionals who are shaping communities. We are committed to fostering a supportive and innovative environment where growth is encouraged and contributions are valued.

Key Responsibilities

As a Civil Engineering Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting project teams by:

• Design and Drafting Support: Offering direct support to senior engineers by actively utilizing AutoCAD Civil3D for design and drafting tasks, while also developing a strong understanding of complex plan interpretations.
• Project Documentation Assistance: Providing essential project support through assisting in the drafting of critical documents, preparing due diligence/site analysis reports, generating engineer’s opinions of probable costs, developing project schedules, and conducting utility computations.
• Research and Compliance: Conducting thorough research on properties and projects to ascertain zoning requirements, including adherence to both local and state regulations, ensuring project feasibility and compliance.
• Field Work and Site Assessment: Completing essential site visits and field assignments as needed, gaining practical experience in data collection, site observation, and real-world project context.
• Construction Services Support: Assisting in the preparation of various construction-related services, including the compilation of permit applications, drafting construction plans, and developing other related construction documents.
• Communication and Project Management: Maintaining clear and consistent communication with the Project Manager and Team Leader regarding workload status, ensuring alignment with project timelines and contributing to the achievement of designated chargeability goals.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates who possess:

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited University.
• Essential Skills: Demonstrated strong communication (written and verbal), organization, interpersonal, and analytical skills crucial for effective teamwork and problem-solving.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) for daily tasks and communication.
• Technical Aptitude: Entry-level experience with AutoCAD is highly preferred, indicating a foundational understanding of civil design software.
• Work Ethic: Proven ability to work exceptionally well both within a team environment and independently, showcasing initiative and collaborative spirit.

Why Join Atwell?

Atwell is more than just a company; it’s a community of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and innovation. We offer:

• Impactful Work: Contribute to significant projects within the energy (power & hydrocarbons) and real estate and land development markets. Our comprehensive turnkey services span land and right-of-way support, engineering, land surveying, environmental compliance and permitting, GIS and mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and project/program management.
• Vibrant Culture: We prioritize finding the right cultural fit, valuing self-motivated, client-focused team members who embody an entrepreneurial mindset and exhibit persistence and follow-through on commitments and deadlines.
• Growth and Innovation: We are continuously seeking ways to grow our company, embracing the most innovative technology and expanding our services, market reach, and organizational opportunities.
• Recognized Excellence: Proudly ranked ENR #70 in the Top 500 Design Firms and named “Best Places to Work” for Ten consecutive years by Zweig Group, reflecting our commitment to our employees and our industry leadership.

Join Atwell and embark on a rewarding internship that will lay a strong foundation for your civil engineering career!