Job Summary/Objective

Gain valuable intern experience with Kirkham Michael! We are currently looking for energetic and knowledgeable civil engineering students to fill entry-level, temporary, Summer Civil Engineering Intern positions for our Iowa Operation in Urbandale, IA. You will work under the direction of a senior team member and receive specific instruction for required tasks and project components. Duties may include: CAD design/drawing, basic engineering calculations, and field construction observation and materials testing. Instruction in basic AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Microstation GeoPak will be provided as you begin to apply engineering education to practical design solutions.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Assignments will be tailored to the course work completed by the intern and may include:

Drawing (AutoCAD, Microstation) assignments to assist in development of project plans.
Standard computations or analysis.
Observe construction activities, assist with materials testing.
Perform basic survey services.
Perform bridge inspections in the field and assist with generating inspection reports.
Assists on other tasks such as: hydrology and hydraulics studies, report preparation, preparation of permit applications.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in progress; currently enrolled at an accredited university majoring in Civil Engineering
Experience in transportation or construction engineering a plus, but not required
Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of civil engineering to projects
High level of creativity
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Successful candidates will be articulate with professional presence, with solid decision-making, planning, and organizational skills
Valid Driver's License required

Compensation

The estimated compensation range for this position is $18 - $24 / hour. This range is just an estimate for this posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon your level of education.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Kirkham Michael is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.