Summer Civil Engineer Intern - Surface Transportation

Summer 2027 Civil Engineer Intern - Surface Transportation

Job Category
:
Internships/Co-op

Requisition Number
: SUMME
004928

• Posted :
  September 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking a talented and motivated Civil Engineer Intern to join our Civil team for Summer 2027. The selected candidate could support both construction and design, which will provide a well-rounded experience throughout the summer. Typical project work includes municipal street reconstruction, county structure replacement, county-wide sign replacements, bridge inspection, and bridge design. We are looking for candidates that are eager to expand their knowledge base and grow their career.

Prospective candidates are expected to be committed to client satisfaction, and adhere strictly to client-driven standards, schedules, budgets, and passionate about working with our clients and team!

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, implement, and analyze engineering systems
• Under supervision, plan preparation that includes but is not limited to grading plans, erosion control plans, traffic control plans, pavement marking, street lighting, underground utility design, and pavement design
• Develop plans and specifications that comply with preexisting state and municipality requirements
• Demonstrate a wide degree of out-of-the-box thinking, creativity, and design ownership
• Perform construction observation duties on assigned projects
• Maintain records, construction quantities, checklists, daily reports, and documentation for construction administration projects in accordance with municipality requirements
• Perform work within both office and field settings

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience applying classroom knowledge to engineering design.
• Exposure to the consulting engineering environment and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Mentorship from industry professionals.
• A deeper understanding of the civil engineering challenges.

What We Expect from You

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D or Bently Open Roads Designer is a strong plus
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and attention to detail
• Must be able to work full-time during Summer 2027
• Potential to continue internship through the school year based on performance and business needs
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths.

And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce;

this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

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