HS Civil Engineering Intern - Transportation (Roadway)

About LJA

• Employee‑owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace.
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and an industry‑specific marketing department.
• Flexible work approaches allowing each team and office to lead with proven methods.
• Culture that champions continuous learning, personal growth, and open communication.
• Focus on having fun, making money, and creating impact.

Position Overview

As a Civil Engineering Intern at LJA Transportation, you will explore an exciting and entrepreneurial culture that allows you to think creatively, solve problems, and meet client needs daily.

A Typical Day Might Include

• Perform engineering assignments with direction from experienced engineers.
• Spend time shadowing actual operations and learning about project phases.
• Take on unique assignments that support larger projects and experience day‑to‑day engineering work.
• Experience our culture, participate in social engagement activities, and learn about our sectors and services.

Requirements

• Completed at least three years of high school and interest in pursuing a STEM‑focused undergraduate degree.
• Engineering or STEM coursework.
• Strong work ethic, highly motivated, with strong academic performance.
• Sincere desire to gain experience and knowledge of the company and industry.
• Good organizational and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Focused attention to detail with ability to identify discrepancies.
• Ability to collaborate and work well in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Benefits

• Community Impact: Company‑driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Hands‑on experience and a structured mentorship program.
• Fun Culture: Social events, employee sports teams, and team engagement opportunities.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Hours worked during the internship are applied to the ESOP.