Internships: Summer 2027 - Spokane, WA

About the role

David Evans and Associates (DEA) is passionate about creating transportation systems, communities, infrastructure, and environments that improve quality of life. The Summer 2027 internship program offers students the chance to apply classroom knowledge to real‑world projects, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to projects that directly impact communities.

What You’ll Do

• Support planning, design, and technical project work.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in field work, site visits, and project meetings.
• Learn industry tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Develop professional skills through mentorship and real‑world experience.
• Make meaningful contributions to projects that impact communities directly.

Internship Areas of Opportunity

• Transportation: Roads & Highways, Smart Mobility (Traffic), Transit & Rail, Bridges & Structures
• Water & Environment: Water/Wastewater Infrastructure, Water Resources, Environmental Planning & Compliance
• Land Development & Civil Engineering
• Energy: Electrical Engineering
• Surveying & Geomatics
• Construction Engineering & Inspection
• Marine Services

Internships are offered in DEA offices throughout Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. Availability varies by discipline and business need. Potential office locations include: Denver, CO; Boise, ID; Coeur d'Alene, ID; Pocatello, ID; Beaverton, OR; Corvallis, OR; Portland, OR; Salem, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; Bellevue, WA; Bellingham, WA; Everett, WA; Olympia, WA; Seattle, WA; Spokane, WA; Tacoma, WA; Tri‑Cities, WA; Tukwila, WA; Woodinville, WA.

What We Are Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited associate, bachelor’s, master’s degree, or certificate program.
• Interest in gaining hands‑on experience related to your field of study.
• Curious, collaborative, and eager to learn.
• Excited about making an impact through engineering, planning, design, technology, or professional services.

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 focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.

Pay

Potential salary range: $20.00 / hour – $30.00 / hour (dependent on skills, experience, and geographic location). The posted range reflects typical compensation for this position and complies with applicable state and local pay‑transparency laws. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Schedule

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