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Engineering - Civil Engineering Internship

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Austin

AI generated summary

  • You need strong communication skills, ability to inspect job sites, sit/stand for long periods, and apply engineering principles for problem-solving with sound judgment and focus.
  • You will inspect job sites, document conditions, and apply engineering principles to solve problems, using sound judgment and maintaining focus.

Requirements

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to visit job sites to inspect existing conditions and document potential scope of work
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time at a desk working on a computer and viewing a screen
  • Ability to learn and apply established engineering principles to solve problems and/or overcome obstacles using sound judgment, independent decision making, and prolonged focus

Responsibilities

  • Ability to visit job sites to inspect existing conditions and document potential scope of work
  • Ability to learn and apply established engineering principles to solve problems and/or overcome obstacles using sound judgment, independent decision making, and prolonged focus

FAQs

What is the duration of the civil engineering internship?

The duration of the internship may vary, but KPFF typically hires interns during the summer and reviews applications in the spring. Internship opportunities may also arise at other times of the year.

What year of study should applicants be in to qualify for the internship?

Applicants should be Juniors or above, including those pursuing their master’s degree.

What specific skills are required for the internship position?

Required skills include excellent written and verbal communication, the ability to visit job sites for inspections, comfort in sitting or standing for prolonged periods, and the ability to apply engineering principles to solve problems.

Is there an hourly wage for this internship?

Yes, the salary for this position is $28.50 per hour.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in the Austin, Texas office of KPFF.

What type of projects will interns collaborate on?

Interns will work alongside teams on various projects related to civil engineering, including site development and improvements to existing city streets, urban arterials, and highways.

Who can I contact if I have questions about the internship application process?

For specific inquiries about the application process, you may reach out directly to KPFF Consulting Engineers through their official contact channels.

Does KPFF Consulting Engineers provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, KPFF Consulting Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Providing Civil, Structural, Survey, Specialty, and Protective Design Services

Engineering & Construction
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1960
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm. We’re driven by a commitment to our core values of Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion; defining our professional practice, how we are organized and our commitment to our clients and employees. For more than 60 years, KPFF has provided creative, practical solutions for projects of all kinds, scales and industries. We approach every design challenge to fulfill our passion for solving problems, delivering excellence and enabling the growth and creativity of our people, partners and profession.