Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

As a Civil Engineering Intern for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Irvine, CA office, you’ll support in-office and field activities primarily associated with environmental assessments, renewable energy (RNG, LTE, solar), aggregate facilities, industrial facilities, solid waste landfills and transfer station facilities. You'll have the opportunity to work across various disciplines including Geotechnical, Civil/Site, Environmental, and Waste Management.

Responsibilities

• Tabulate laboratory and field test data and compile technical reports.
• Support design efforts such as site civil engineering, stormwater management system design, preparing construction drawings and specifications, quantity take-offs and engineering cost estimates, slope stability and settlement analyses, preparing permitting documents, landfill base and cover design, and landfill gas collection system design.
• Optionally support AutoCAD designs depending on your experience.
• Field activities may include observation and logging of geotechnical borings and test pits, environmental monitoring (gas, groundwater, leachate, air), Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) tasks such as construction monitoring and documenting landfill cell, cap, and gas collection system construction, and use of equipment for monitoring landfill emissions.
• Interact and communicate with CEC office and field staff, clients, and contractors.
• Through the CEC Internship Program, you will acquire practical experience applying knowledge from college courses, learn from industry experts, collaborate with teams across functional groups and locations, develop a professional network through social events and interactive activities, work closely with a mentor in your discipline to tackle real-world challenges, and participate in workshops to foster interpersonal skills and prepare for full‑time careers.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Engineering program, or a related discipline.
• Prior internship and/or related engineering and construction inspection experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Local candidates preferred.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and via email.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work both independently and within teams.
• Experience using Excel spreadsheets to prepare calculations and analyze data.
• AutoCAD or GIS experience preferred.

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Performance bonus
• Company stock
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance
• Professional development
• Work‑life balance

Pay

The pay range for this position is $22–$28 per hour, based on experience and location. Overtime pay is also offered.