Civil Engineering Intern

February 13, 2026

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Job Description

Job Title: Civil Engineering Intern

Department: Transportation

Location: Raleigh, NC

Description:

Are you a Civil Engineering student eager to gain practical experience and apply your classroom knowledge to real-world projects? DRMP offers a dynamic internship opportunity in Civil Engineering that goes beyond lectures and labs, providing hands-on application to solidify your career path and provide clarity to your aspirations in engineering.

Internships at DRMP are flexible, lasting anywhere from 3 months to 24 months, depending on mutual interest and availability. This program is designed for students currently earning an engineering degree, allowing them to gain invaluable practical experience while exploring a potential career path in Engineering.

Why an Engineering Internship at DRMP?

  • Gain practical experience while simultaneously pursuing your engineering degree.
  • Explore a potential career path within the Civil Engineering field, particularly in transportation projects.
  • Network with seasoned professionals, engineers, and leaders in the field, building valuable connections for your future.
  • Potential for full-time employment upon graduation, with a clear pathway for career development.
  • Join a company where many of our current engineers and even several Vice Presidents began their journey as DRMP interns, demonstrating a strong commitment to cultivating talent from within.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include:

  • Assist in the production of preliminary and final engineering drawings for various civil projects, contributing to critical project documentation.
  • Prepare and meticulously check quantity tabulations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
  • Participate actively in engineering alternatives analysis by completing well-defined tasks. This involves collecting and analyzing relevant data, performing detailed calculations, and evaluating the feasibility of alternate engineering solutions.

What you’ll need (Required Qualifications):

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science degree program in Civil Engineering at an ABET-accredited university.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, crucial for effective team collaboration and client interaction.
  • A strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet challenging client deadlines and project timelines.
  • A detail-oriented team player with a positive attitude, capable of contributing to a collaborative and productive work environment.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license with an approved and acceptable driving history.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity and practical experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD CADD platforms.

DRMP Offers (Comprehensive Benefits Package):

  • Excellent compensation package, recognizing your valuable contributions.
  • Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs, supporting work-life balance.
  • 401(k) Plan and Match, investing in your financial future.
  • Career Path Development Program, offering both Management and Technical Career Tracks to foster professional growth.
  • Dedicated Mentorship Program to guide and support your development.
  • Tuition Reimbursement, encouraging continuous learning and academic achievement.
  • Parental Leave, supporting new parents.
  • Competitive health and dental insurance premiums for comprehensive well-being.
  • Variety of voluntary benefit options to tailor to your individual needs.
  • Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Company-furnished life insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • And More.

DRMP is committed to maintaining a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and an E-Verify employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.