Internship: Roads and Highways - Tri-Cities, WA

About the role

David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) – Transportation team solves modern transportation challenges through innovation, sustainability, and client‑focused engineering. The Roads and Highways Practice is seeking interns for Summer 2027 to work on multidisciplinary projects, performing independent engineering calculations, design, and construction‑document preparation. Interns will develop plans for freeways, highways, local roadways, sidewalks, ADA improvements, signing, pavement markings, traffic signals, storm‑water facilities, and cost estimating, as well as produce technical writing, quantity calculations, and supporting documentation. Positions are available in multiple locations across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Colorado, and Utah.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and design of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Support engineering calculations, plan preparation, cost estimates, and technical documentation.
• Develop and modify plans using Bentley OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and other design software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and review technical data.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and field observations.
• Gain hands‑on experience through mentorship, training, and real‑world engineering projects.

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering with at least 2 + years of coursework from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Ability to communicate and work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills, including active listening.
• Willingness to ask questions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to MicroStation, AutoCAD/C3D, OpenRoads Designer, or other design tools.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules, including a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off).
• Sick time accrual at 4 % of eligible gross pay.
• 401(k) plan with employer match program.
• Holistic Wellbeing Program covering physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.

Schedule

Flexible work schedules, including a 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off.

Pay

Potential salary range: $20.00 / hour – $30.00 / hour (dependent on skills, experience, and geographic location). Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.