Civil Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Kickstart Your Career with an Internship at CPL

Are you a student eager to turn classroom learning into real-world impact? At CPL, a nationally recognized Architecture & Engineering firm, we believe in empowering the next generation of designers, engineers, and innovators. Our internship program is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience, collaborate with seasoned professionals, and contribute to projects that shape communities.

This position is meant to cover the fall, with a targeted start date no later than August 24th.

What you'll Do

• Collaborate with a team in the conceptual planning and design of civil engineering projects, including water distribution, sanitary sewer collection, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and site development.

• Prepare and revise engineering drawings, concept plans, and figures using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Assist with design calculations, both by hand and using modeling software such as HydroCAD, WaterCAD, etc.
• Support the preparation of technical reports and applications
• Assist with construction administration responsibilities including the review of product submittals and responding to requests for information
• Site visits during the design and construction phase to review onsite conditions and construction progress.

What you bring

We welcome individuals with a passion for engineering and are looking to take the next (or first) step in their professional journey. Candidates ideally demonstrate:

• Curiosity, motivation, and eagerness to learn.
• They are excited to bring their ideas to the table.
• Ready to embrace teamwork and new challenges.
• has strong attention to detail

Why CPL

• Real Projects, Real Impact – Work on meaningful assignments that go beyond “busy work.”
• Mentorship & Learning – Learn from industry experts who are invested in your growth.
• Collaborative Culture – Join a team that values creativity, curiosity, and fresh perspectives.
• Career Pathways – Explore your future in architecture, engineering, planning, design, or project management.

What We Offer:

Benefits for Regular Full-Time & Part-Time Employees Working 30+ Hours/Week - not applicable to interns

• Healthcare for you and your family: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
  • Single HDHP Medical plan with 100% paid premium
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• FREE Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for you and your family
• FREE Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• PTO + Sick Time + 8 Holidays per year
• Retirement Savings Plan with contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
• Licensure Assistance

Additional benefits available to FT Employees Working 40+ Hours/Week

• Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance
• Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to $100/month for 5 years ($6,000 total) toward student loan debt

What Does It Look Like Working Here?

We believe that building a strong community is about establishing a prevailing sense of fellowship among our team members, friends, and neighbors.

• Collaboration – working with others towards the best solution, placing great emphasis on the collective wisdom of our internal teams.
• Family – celebrating others’ successes, genuinely caring about the happiness and well-being of our team members and recognizing their own families as extensions of the CPL family.
• Fun – not taking oneself too seriously, fully understanding that fun at work is conducive to productivity.
• Inspiration – contributing to an uplifting workplace that facilitates growth and success by maintaining a positive, upbeat attitude.
• Integrity – doing what is ethically right and providing reliable follow-through on commitments.
• Ingenuity – seeking new opportunities and consistently identifying unexpected and practical ways to solve problems.

The rate for this position generally ranges between $39,520- 43,680 annually OR $19.00-$21.00 Hourly. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employees already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee's pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

CPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

CPL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. CPL will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with CPL. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through our Talent Acquisition Team.

How to Get Involved

We’re now collecting registrations of interest for upcoming internship opportunities. If you want to grow your skills, build your network, and make a tangible difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to register your interest and be among the first to hear about our internship openings.

Be part of something bigger. Start your journey with CPL today.

LEARN MORE

CPL is proud to be not only an equal opportunity employer, but a diverse and motivating place to work. Visit our website (that’s cplteam.com) to see what we’re all about.