[Hiring] Civil Engineer Intern @ICE, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Firm

Role Description

The Civil Engineer Intern will join ICE for a 12-week internship designed to provide immersive, hands-on experience across the firm’s engineering disciplines. Interns will gain exposure to real-world projects in civil design, construction inspection, field investigations, and planning. Depending on your interests, location, and our current projects, you may assist in areas including:

• Construction engineering and inspection
• Roadway and bridge design
• Stormwater systems
• Aviation (airport) infrastructure
• Utility coordination
• Site grading
• Geotechnical investigations and testing
• Materials testing
• LiDAR surveying

This is an exceptional opportunity for students passionate about infrastructure and public service to learn from professionals in a collaborative environment and explore various facets of the civil engineering industry.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Interest in one or more of ICE’s core disciplines: transportation, traffic, water resources, structures, environmental, CEI, survey, aviation, or geotechnical.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation; experience with Civil 3D or OpenRoads is a plus.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and pass pre-employment drug and background screenings.

Requirements

• For positions involving field work, completion of OSHA 10 certification is required as a condition of employment. New hires without current certification must complete the training within two (2) weeks of hire. ICE will provide the training and cover associated costs.

Benefits

• A collaborative culture grounded in teamwork and shared success.
• Exposure to high-impact infrastructure projects across the Southeast and beyond.
• Networking and mentoring relationships that support future career goals.
• Pathways to full-time employment post-graduation.

Mentorship & Learning Opportunities

Interns are paired with experienced mentors aligned with their area(s) of interest. Mentors will:

• Provide guidance, feedback, and goal-setting support.
• Offer insight into career development and discipline-specific knowledge.
• Introduce interns to the firm’s tools, processes, and technical standards.

Interns are encouraged to explore different departments and participate in learning sessions and site visits to understand how our disciplines work together from design to construction.

Work Environment & Hours

• Standard office hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Primarily an office setting with occasional field work.
• Internships are designed to be 12 weeks and are offered year-round.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ICE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.