Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

About Us

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since its founding in 1998, it has earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time‑sensitive, multilayered environments. The firm operates in all 50 states with 25 offices nationwide, focusing on the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services, a provider of infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries with over 50,000 employees.

About the Role

HBK Engineering is seeking highly motivated and talented individuals for 2026 Summer Engineering Intern positions. The internship offers a learning environment that provides hands‑on field and design experience. Interns are considered integral to the company and receive technically challenging and educationally stimulating tasks. Positions are available in the following offices: Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Butte, MT; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Iowa City, IA; Kansas City, MO; Lake Mary, FL; Oak Brook, IL; Philadelphia, PA; Spring, TX; St. Louis, MO; Suwanee, GA.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of civil and electrical/power engineering issues.
• Coordinate detailed design phases for all aspects of civil and electrical engineering work under the guidance of a team lead.
• Perform designs for utility infrastructure using standard engineering guidelines.
• Assist in leading efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Interface with vendors to prepare materials.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution with at least one year of post‑secondary education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of computer application software (training will be provided if needed).
• Organized and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (strongly preferred).
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience.
• Involvement on campus or in the community.
• Flexibility to work overtime when required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience using CAD‑based software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Surveying experience.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $18.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.