Site Civil/Energy Internship (Summer 2027)

The role

You will work on the Energy team on site civil and underground transmission design for energy projects, such as electrical substations and duct banks. You will be assigned to an interdisciplinary team and work on real projects alongside Licensed Engineers.

What you will do

• Work as part of the Energy team.
• Assist on station civil tasks: site design, stormwater management, access road and culvert design, permitting, grading, surveying, plan production and cost estimation.
• Assist on underground transmission tasks: duct bank routing, underground utilities conflict management, permitting, plan production and cost estimation.
• Coordinate with other internal teams and external subconsultants and clients.
• Perform tasks and solve problems with a high degree of independence.
• Work across multiple disciplines.

Required qualifications

• Be enrolled as a student at an accredited college or university, preferably with at least sophomore status.
• Pursuing a Civil Engineering degree.
• Have a general interest in site civil design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to function well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional multitasking and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice to have

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D and/or Microstation.

Benefits

• Real-world project involvement.
• Supportive environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Before you apply

• Visa sponsorship is not provided; applicants must already have work authorization in the country where the job is located.
• Woolpert does not provide housing or relocation for internships or co-ops.

About the company

Woolpert is a leading global architecture, engineering, and geospatial firm that helps clients solve complex challenges that shape communities and strengthen critical infrastructure.