Summer 2027 Civil Engineer Intern - Surface Transportation

Description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking a talented and motivated Civil Engineer Intern to join our Civil team for the 2027 summer. 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
• Coordinate on-site materials testing
• 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
• Prior engineering internship experience preferred
• Working Knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D or Bentley Open Roads Designer preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
• 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 the capability to work permanently in the U.S.
• 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.

We offer our Interns:

• Mentorship & Training
• Competitive Pay, 401(K) eligibility, Volunteer hours & Sick time
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you are looking for an internship where you will be empowered to learn, grow and contribute, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation for this role is $25-$27/hr.
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.