Engineering Intern, Environmental Engineer

GEI’s Chicago, Illinois office is seeking a Civil Engineer intern to work on a variety of projects to support our ongoing office and field work.

• Perform field work as needed to support projects, including but not limited to, field observation and data collection, pavement and structural condition assessments, geotechnical and environmental logging and sampling, etc.
• Assist with project drafting in AutoCAD
• Convert field information to final drawings
• Preparation of technical memos, reports, construction plans and specifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, with an expected graduation date of 2027 preferred.
• Prior internship experience, or other professional position, strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel on temporary assignments as needed.
• Experience with software such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D is a plus.
• Physical ability to perform field work in summer and winter conditions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

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With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

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• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Sedentary
• Light
• Medium
• Other
• Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
• Physical Activity Requirements
• Occasional (0-35% of day)
• Frequent (33-66% of day)
• (67-100% of day)
• Not Applicable
• X (4+ hours)
• Standing
• X (1-2 hours)
• Walking
• X (1-2 hours)
• Climbing
• X
• Lifting (floor to waist level) (0-25 lbs)
• Lifting (waist level and above) (0-25 lbs)
• Carrying objects
• X
• Push/pull
• X
• Twisting
• X
• Reaching forward
• X
• Reaching overhead
• X
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• X (4+ hours)
• Taste or smell
• X
• Talk or hear
• X
• Accurate 20/40
• Very Accurate 20/20
• Not Applicable
• Near Vision
• X
• Far Vision
• X
• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable
• X
• Sensory Requirements
• Minimal
• Moderate
• Accurate
• Not Applicable
• Depth perception
• X
• Hearing
• X
• Reasonably Anticipated
• Not Anticipated
• X
• Chemical
• X
• Extreme temperatures
• X
• Radiation
• X
• Uneven surfaces or elevations
• X
• Dust/particulate matter
• X

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