Civil Engineer Intern - Energy & Industrial; Summer

Description

This position has a target start date in summer 2027.

• As a Civil Engineer Intern, you will be assigned to work with civil project engineers and assist them in the execution of project work. These projects typically involve the site related design of wind and solar renewable energy projects, nuclear or fossil fuel power plants, electrical substations, or other heavy industrial facilities.
• Working under the direction of experienced civil engineers and with multi-disciplined project teams, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Civil Engineering in one or more of the following areas:
• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
• Assist in evaluating mass earthwork cut and fill quantities and site grading layouts.
• Assist in preparing layouts for stormwater and sanitary drainage systems.
• Assist in layout of plant roadways and trackwork systems.
• Assist in developing pond and landfill system designs relating to raw water, wastewater, and coal ash management.
• Work with civil project designers to accurately portray designs in project 3-D models and on design drawings.

Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• Must have an expected graduation date in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 toward a BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
• Solid understanding of basic civil and geotechnical engineering concepts.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• Prior, related internship or co-op experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of any of the following software programs:
  Civil 3D, StormCAD, Pond Pack, Micro Station, and AutoCAD.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools:

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health

& Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range $18.00 - $30.00 Transparency Statement Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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