Civil Engineering Internship (LD) - Summer 2027

RETTEW • Pittsburgh, PA, US • $18 - $22 / hour • 2d ago

Description

Build practical engineering experience while helping shape places where people live, work, and connect. RETTEW is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to support the Land Development Team during Summer 2027. You will contribute to active projects under the direction and 100% field supervision of experienced professionals, with assignments matched to your coursework, capabilities, and development throughout the summer in an award-winning internship program.

The Opportunity

This internship offers hands-on exposure to civil site design, permitting, field observations, and multidisciplinary project delivery. You will participate in RETTEW’s ASPIRE Internship Program, including mentoring, professional development, networking, and an end-of-program presentation. Interns may attend applicable safety training and receive required personal protective equipment under the applicable allowance.

What You’ll Do

Assist engineers and designers with land development assignments for commercial, industrial, residential, institutional, and mixed-use projects.
Support preparation and revision of site plans, grading plans, utility layouts, stormwater-management documents, erosion and sediment control plans, and permit materials.
Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, and other technical tools appropriate to the assignment and your experience.
Perform basic calculations, quantity takeoffs, data organization, and technical research under supervision.
Research municipal ordinances, zoning provisions, and local, state, or federal permitting requirements.
Coordinate with engineers, designers, surveyors, planners, environmental professionals, and project managers.
Participate in project meetings, quality reviews, and documentation activities.
Support site visits, data collection, construction observations, or other field assignments when applicable and under 100% field supervision.
Complete ASPIRE program activities and communicate progress, questions, and lessons learned.

What You’ll Bring

Required

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Landscape Architecture or a closely related engineering discipline.
Availability to work full-time during the agreed Summer 2027 internship dates.
Foundational understanding of civil engineering principles through coursework, projects, laboratory work, or other academic experience.
Ability to follow direction, ask questions, incorporate feedback, and complete assigned work accurately and on time.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Ability to meet the approved work-location and hybrid schedule requirements, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Preferred

Coursework or project experience involving site design, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, surveying, construction, or environmental permitting.
Exposure to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or comparable engineering and design software.
Prior internship, co-op, engineering club, design competition, research, or hands-on technical experience.
Interest in land development, civil site design, engineering consulting, and future Engineer-in-Training certification.

Trainable Skills

RETTEW standards, quality processes, project workflows, and document practices.
Civil 3D and other project-specific software workflows.
Land development permitting procedures and agency coordination.
Project documentation, professional communication, and consulting fundamentals.
Applicable field and safety procedures for assigned work.

Work Environment

This role is expected to combine office-based work, remote work, and limited field assignments based on project needs. Field activities may involve outdoor conditions, uneven terrain, active construction areas, and required personal protective equipment.

About RETTEW

RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm providing multidisciplinary services across planning and design, facilities and construction, and environmental and geotechnology practices. Our work is grounded in three core values: act like an owner, value relationships, and exemplify excellence. Interns gain real project exposure while building the technical, communication, and professional skills that support a successful career.

RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. RETTEW provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for applicants who need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process. Final language should be confirmed against RETTEW’s current approved posting statement before publication.

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