Summer Internship 2027 (Design Engineering)
About the role
As a Design Engineering Intern at Walker Partners, you will work alongside our experienced engineering, surveying, and construction management teams to be exposed to many different aspects of the civil engineering industry. As a valuable addition to our company, you will assist your project team and collaborate with our engineers on a variety of civil engineering projects across general civil, land development, water resources, transportation and institutions.
This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a variety of civil engineering disciplines while following projects through every step of the engineering process. From conceptual design and coordination, to assisting with the bidding process and supporting construction management, you'll be involved in helping deliver projects from cradle to grave!
Responsibilities
- Use technical software, including but not limited to AutoCAD Civil3D, HEC-RAS, Hydroflow, ArcGIS, Flowmaster, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel, to develop, analyze, and quality-check engineering plans and technical specifications
- Support civil engineering efforts—including planning, design, and permitting—across a diverse portfolio of projects
- Work side-by-side with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and bring our clients' infrastructure and development goals to life
- Build working knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations while gaining familiarity with Walker Partners' quality standards and client-specific procedures
- Actively participate in several Walker Partners University workshops, seminars, and field trips
Minimum Qualifications
- Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline (from an ABET Accredited Civil Engineering Program)
- Must currently be a Junior or Senior
About Us
Walker Partners is a Texas-based and Texan-owned civil engineering and survey firm committed to strengthening the communities we call home. From cities and neighborhoods to universities and institutions, however you define community we're here to help. With five offices across Central Texas, our experienced engineering, surveying, and construction management teams look beyond the bricks and boundaries to discover the right solution to help communities thrive now, and for future generations.
Joining Walker Partners gives you the chance to build a career that empowers you to thrive with professional challenges, offers you a sense of belonging and purpose, and gives you the tools to create a world that is stronger and more sustainable.