2027 Summer Internship - Civil Engineering

Job Description:

Pape-Dawson is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern in our Louisville, Kentucky office for the summer of 2027 focusing on land development. The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects within residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision

• Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints

• Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards

• Utilize computer-aided engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents

• Support the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company-approved formats

• Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned

• Assist with redlines, submittals, preparation of exhibits, and record (as-built) drawings

• Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop

• Assist in the design and preparation of plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts

• Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements.

• Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects

• Additional related duties as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university

• Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures

• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Adaptable and flexible in managing shifting priorities and deadlines

​​Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading civil engineering and professional services firm. Our engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, archaeologists, data analysts, and construction management professionals work together to achieve our shared success: designing and delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects for our clients that make an impact on the communities we serve.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.