Civil Engineering Intern

Job Description

About Lochner

Lochner, founded in 1944, is a trusted infrastructure services provider. They cater to aviation, surface transportation, and water clients, offering high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges.

Their vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry. This vision is centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce that collaborates to embrace possibilities and create a lasting impact globally.

As a people-centric company, Lochner’s core purpose is to empower their team to apply their expertise, thereby enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, they are committed to hiring candidates of all experiences and skillsets, believing that diverse backgrounds foster amazing outcomes in problem-solving. Collaboration is not just a buzzword but a guiding principle, where every viewpoint is valued and heard, driving their best work. At all organizational levels, they cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit and a culture of autonomy to advance their strategic vision and continually seek new successes.

About the Job: Civil Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

This is an exciting opportunity for interested Civil Engineering Interns for the upcoming Summer of 2026. The role involves assisting with a variety of tasks on public water, wastewater, transportation, and drainage projects.

Primary Responsibilities
• Assist engineering staff in design tasks.
• Assist engineering staff in the development of plans and specifications.

Requirements
• Currently enrolled as a Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering student pursuing a B.S. or M.S. degree.
• Open to interning the Summer of 2026.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• EIT certification or the ability to obtain one within 6 months from the date of Full-Time hire (note: requirement stated for *full-time• hire).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation CAD platforms and/or GIS experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional traits include:
• Ability to use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Being highly motivated.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of engineers and technicians.
• Demonstrating a good work ethic.

Commitment (For Full-Time Employees)
Lochner provides an extensive Total Rewards Package for its full-time employees, designed to support health and financial well-being throughout their careers. While this specific role is an internship, the company highlights these benefits as part of its broader commitment to employees. These benefits include:
• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

Work Environment
The work environment involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level is typically loud. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical Requirements
Employees must meet specific physical requirements, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities. The role involves:
• Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stooping, crawling, and lifting.
• Frequently lifting and/or moving light equipment up to 20 pounds.
• Being alert to equipment in the field.
• Occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery.
• Occasional need to walk on uneven ground.
• Exposure to dust, gas or fumes.
• Exposure to noise.
• Exposure to extremes in temperature or humidity.
• Potential for work at heights.

Equal Employer
Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. They provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pre-Employment Screening
All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. This includes:
• SSN/SIN validation
• Motor vehicle verification
• Education verification
• Employment verification
• Criminal check
• Search against global sanctions and government watch lists
• Drug test
All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of this screening.