Civil Engineering Intern -2027

About the role

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

KPFF Lacey’s vision statement is to provide experiences that create a lasting positive impact on our people, clients, and community. We are passionate about providing a collaborative, playful, and positive environment for our employees. We believe in encouraging personal and professional growth and work hard at providing a solid structure with minimal organizational restrictions. Our over 45‑person office has the benefit of having the resources of a 1,500+ person company, with the closeness of a small office. We work in a fast‑paced environment that will provide opportunities to work with our staff of civil engineers and surveyors on a variety of project types and sizes requiring the ability to think on your feet and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Civil site development and transportation projects, including quantity take‑off calculations, design layout, AutoCAD drafting and assistance on survey crews.
• Assist in office duties such as making copies, assisting with reports, and permit applications.
• The applicant may be required to navigate through a job site and must comply with all Company and Site safety requirements in the office and on the job site.
• The specifics of your responsibilities will vary based on the project needs and the team you work with, providing a well‑rounded internship experience that connects your academic learning to practical application.

Qualifications

• Working towards Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) program.
• Completion of junior year prior to the internship start