The intern will assist senior engineering personnel with geotechnical investigations, hydraulic studies, and reinforced concrete design. Responsibilities also include preparing construction plans and performing construction observation and materials testing.
Requirements overview
Candidates must be currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Bachelor's program. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform field work and lift up to 50 pounds are required.
Schnabel is a trusted partner in building the foundation for project success. We provide expertise and design for geotechnical, dam, and tunnel engineering projects worldwide. As a growing, mid-size company with 700+ employees and 30+ offices, Schnabel offers big-firm capabilities with small-firm responsiveness. Our designers, innovators, and industry experts have successfully tackled projects in remote locations, challenging environments, and for communities large and small across the U.S. and in over 130 countries.
We’re an ENR Top 200 Design Firm and we regularly provide engineering services on projects that lead to awards for our clients. Schnabel is an employee-owned firm that gives employees the opportunity to share financially in the growth of the company.
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that
focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through
specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering.
Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the
communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR
Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 32 offices throughout the United
States
Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel
provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity
leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and
disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company,
through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit
from the success of our growing firm.
Benefit options include:
* Medical insurance
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending accounts
* Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
* Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
* Long-term disability
* Supplemental life insurance
* 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
* Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
* Bonus program
* Paid time off
* 9 Paid Holidays
* Wellness program
* Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Job Description:
Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible
atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to
Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. Schnabel is
seeking a temporary full-time intern with a Civil Engineering background to
support our growing business. The emphasis for this position is broadening the
intern’s practical knowledge and experience by applying professional principles
to real problems under the supervision of senior engineering personnel. The
position will be held from May through August of 2027.
Job Responsibilities:
* Assisting in performing geotechnical investigations and analyses, retaining
wall/excavation support design, hydrology and hydraulic studies; and
reinforced concrete design
* Preparing construction plans
* Supporting advanced earthquake engineering analyses
* Performing construction observation and materials testing
* Some travel may be required
Required Skills/Experience:
* Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Bachelor’s.
Enrollment in other college engineering or relevant science programs may be
considered.
* Possess good oral and written communication skills and computer literacy
* Ability to work with direction as part of a team
* Willingness to perform a variety of tasks including office and field work
* Desire and willingness to work outdoors
* Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds
Preferred Skills/Experience:
* Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
* Junior, senior, and graduate students
* Prior professional work or summer intern work in a related field
Other Requirements:
* Must possess a valid driver’s license as driving is an essential function of
the job
* Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor
vehicle record and credit check
* Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
The compensation range for a Civil Engineering Intern is between $19.00 to
$25.00 Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and
other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable
compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.