Internship, Civil Engineering Fall 2026

About the role

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm dedicated to delivering holistic advice for our clients' most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and develop your engineering skills on a breadth of projects that may include:
• Land development projects in the public and private setting across several markets
• Adaptive re-use renovations
• Sustainable development concepts, including urban recharge
• Flood-exposure evaluation and mitigation
• Detailed due diligence and risk assessment
• Utilities and drainage investigation and design
• Detailed hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
• Piazza reconstruction
• Accessibility evaluation and repairs
• Pavement evaluation, investigation, and design
• Pump system investigation and design
• Detailed data analytics and drafting with Civil3D and other software
• Preparation of construction documents, specifications, written reports, and presentations
• Collaborate with SGH’s Geotechnical, Marine, Structural, and Building Technology groups on slope and shoreline stabilization, retaining wall systems, footing drainage systems, sub-slab dewatering systems, floodproofing, plaza drainage systems, and many other exciting projects.
• Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem solving, and repair design.
• Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software.
• Aid in preparing client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled and plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Interest in civil engineering.
• High grades in their studies.
• Interest in learning through hands-on work experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Enthusiasm for the challenges associated with the development of sophisticated engineering work product in an atmosphere of high professionalism.
• Strong communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in civil engineering.
• Passion for engineering and a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Skills

• Proficiency in Civil3D and other relevant software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and report preparation.

Benefits

• Full-time temporary employees are eligible for medical insurance, paid holidays and sick leave.
• Part-time temporary employees are eligible for sick leave.
• Compensation ranges from $29.25 - $36.75 USD per hour, depending on education level.
• Technical Interns are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Pay

This compensation range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The pay range is effective for 2026 and is based on enrollment in the applicable degree program as noted below.

• Undergraduate: $29.25 - $32.50 per hour
• Graduate: $33.75 - $34.75 per hour
• PhD student: $36.75 per hour

Schedule

Full-time temporary employees are eligible for medical insurance, paid holidays and sick leave. Part-time temporary employees are eligible for sick leave.

Benefits Overview

• Medical insurance
• Paid holidays and sick leave
• Compensation ranging from $29.25 - $36.75 USD per hour, depending on education level
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for Technical Interns

Company Information

• We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees.
• We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply.
• If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email jobs@sgh.com or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.
• To all recruitment agencies: SGH does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or candidate profiles. Please do not forward resumes or profiles for any of our job postings to our career site or to any Simpson Gumpertz & Heger employee. SGH is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.