Civil Engineering Intern (Roadway Design) - Summer 2027

Industry

Transportation

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern (Roadway Design) to join our Transportation team in YAKIMA, WA for the Summer of 2027, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our transportation clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience in large-scale infrastructure projects and apply your academic knowledge to real-world civil engineering challenges. You will assist our team in various aspects of roadway, highway, and transit design work and learn about industry-standard procedures and software.

Project opportunities may include supporting the design of highways, intersections, safety improvements, and local roads. You'll work alongside experienced Engineers and Project Managers, gaining valuable insights into the field of roadway engineering.

Your Responsibilities May Include:

• Helping prepare technical reports and design documentation

• Participating in site visits to observe roadway conditions and data collection processes

• Assisting in roadway geometric design calculations and layout

• Supporting the development of highway plans and estimates.

Here's what you'll need

• In pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution

• Completed coursework related to transportation engineering or highway design 

• Must be at least a rising Junior

Ideally, You Will Also Have: 

•3.0 GPA or greater

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil3D, or MicrostationMicroStation software

• A previous internship related to your field of study

• Excellent communication and teamwork skill

• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

47,300.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

62,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $47,300.00 to $62,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 25, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Yakima	Washington	United States