Civil Engineering Intern, Summer 2027
About the role
Location: Boise, Idaho; Carson City, Nevada; El Dorado Hills, California; Fallon, Nevada; Reno, Nevada; Roseville, California; South Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Department: Engineering
Spend summer 2027 as a paid Civil Engineering Intern, working on real design, modeling and field assignments.
Lumos & Associates interns work alongside engineering, structural, survey and construction professionals, gaining exposure few internships offer.
Compensation: $25 to $30 per hour
Why This Role at Lumos
- Contribute to active projects alongside experienced engineers in a paid summer internship.
- Gain exposure across Engineering, Structural, Survey, and Construction in a single summer.
- Learn how multidisciplinary teams collaborate from design through construction.
About the Internship
As a Civil Engineering Intern in our 2027 Summer Internship Program, you will support engineering project teams while gaining hands on experience with civil design, plan production, reports, calculations, modeling, and field activities. This seasonal position is designed for a college student pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and runs full time, 40 hours per week, from mid May through mid August 2027.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal communication with team members and colleagues.
- Ability to learn technical knowledge and new software quickly.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a project team.
Areas of Experience & Exposure
- Support drafting and plan production using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Assist with site analysis, civil design, utility computations, engineer’s opinions of probable costs, and supporting calculations.
- Assist with project planning and analysis using ArcGIS Pro and related engineering tools.
- Contribute to water, wastewater, and stormwater modeling tasks.
- Assist with the preparation of reports, calculations, estimates, and other design support documents.
- Learn applicable engineering standards, codes, and permitting processes.
- Participate in project status meetings, coordination meetings, field visits, and construction site visits.
- Coordinate with utility companies, municipalities, and other project stakeholders to gather information necessary for design.
- Gain exposure to multiple civil engineering disciplines and collaborate with professionals across Engineering, Structural, Survey, and Construction.
Requirements
- Student enrolled in a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree program in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Ability to work full-time during the internship period from mid-May through mid-August 2027.
- Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or other engineering software is preferred, but not required.
- Ability to work hours necessary to complete work within required time frames with regard to deadlines.
- Valid driver's license and driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points.
About Lumos & Associates
Lumos & Associates brings civil engineering, structural engineering, surveying and mapping, geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and construction management under one roof, with offices in Reno, Carson City, Fallon, South Lake Tahoe, Roseville, El Dorado Hills, and Boise. We invest heavily in professional development and operate under five core values: Stay Moving, Dip Down, Own It, Make It Right, and Take Pride.
Pay Transparency Statement
The compensation range reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs.
$25 to $30 USD
Internship Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay for a full time, 40 hour per week summer schedule
- A defined summer term from mid May through mid August 2027
- Field visits, site visits, and project meetings with the professionals who lead them
- Practical experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS Pro