Land Development Intern - Summer 2027
About the role
VHB’s I-64 offices (Richmond, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Williamsburg, VA) are seeking a Land Development Intern to join our team. Interns will work on civil engineering projects and will learn technical skills and computation software. VHB offers a technology‑empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day. When you join VHB, you’ll find meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact, a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success, support to grow your skills and lead through change, learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI, best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
- Effectively interact with numerous VHB staff, clients, and consultants to advance projects in a timely manner
- Engineering calculations
- Preliminary and final design plans
- Contract documents including specifications
- Engineer’s estimates
- Preparing construction documents
Skills
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Self‑motivated with attention to detail
- Ability to multitask
- Excels at working in a team environment
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering
- Strong interest in civil engineering
VHB does not provide housing for internships.
Pay
The hourly pay range for this position, located in Virginia, is $19 to $30. The actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on job‑related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted hourly range reflects base pay only.
Benefits
VHB offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs. Details on VHB’s benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist.