Civil Engineering Student Intern

GCW, Inc.GCW, Inc.Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
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8/19/2026

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Intern

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Core responsibilities

The intern will support the Project Management team by performing engineering calculations, data entry, and design tasks using CADD software. They will also assist with project data research, report preparation, and site visits across various engineering divisions.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university or college Civil Engineering program. A valid driver's license is required, and proficiency in CAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office is considered a plus.

Key skills

Civil EngineeringCADCivil 3DData EntryTechnical ReportingHydrologic CalculationsHydraulic CalculationsDrainage DesignUtility CoordinationSite InspectionProject Management SupportMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft ProjectGIS

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About GCW, Inc.

Industry

Civil Engineering

Employees

261

Type

Privately Held

Size

51-200 employees

GCW is a leading provider of a complete range of services related to civil engineering (traffic and transportation engineering, land planning, water, wastewater, hydraulics, flood control), structural engineering, construction management, and land surveying (conventional and GPS). Incorporated in 1969, the firm has developed a reputation as an organization of dedicated people who are sensitive to the needs of clients and who achieve the results clients expect through high levels of competency and commitment. GCW has developed extensive technical expertise, as well as differentiated itself in a highly competitive marketplace by expanding its resources in emerging technologies and combining those capabilities with a solid understanding of its clients’ businesses. We offer comprehensive consulting services to public and private clients facing the challenges of new and aging infrastructure, sustainability and smart growth, program funding, and limited staff. GCW has the expertise to undertake challenging, time-sensitive infrastructure projects while responding to the critical need for sustainability. Integral to GCW’s past success is our commitment to providing engineering services in a timely fashion within budgetary and technical constraints. Great pride is taken in maintaining that reputation. GCW has a diverse range of civil engineers and technical support staff with many years of knowledge and experience in their respective technical specialty areas. With an office of talented technical and support staff members employed in Las Vegas, GCW maintains the flexibility to ensure that adequate expertise and capabilities are provided to successfully complete all project deliverables within the specified timeframes and programmatic requirements as outlined by the project scope.

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EngineeringConstructionTransportation

Description

Description As a civil engineer student intern at GCW, you will have the opportunity to further your education by applying learned material in a professional employment setting, make new connections, and gain hands-on experience. You will work in a collaborative environment and support the Project Management team in efforts of design, document development and administration, depending on expertise and knowledge. This is a part-time position. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Performs simple calculations and computer data entry Performs basic design tasks and drawings using computer-aided design (CADD) Assists staff with various project tasks, including researching, compiling and evaluating project data, and preparing reports Addressing utility/agency/project manager red lines and comments to plans Attends in-house training programs Transportation/Traffic Division Preliminary Design Reports Traffic Studies Traffic Models/Simulations Traffic Signal Design Arterial and freeway design including roadside safety Utility Coordination Addressing utility/agency/project manager red lines and comments to plans Flood Control Division Technical and Master Drainage Studies including hydrologic and hydraulic calculations HEC1, SF6, WSPG, HEC RAS, FlowMaster Detention Basin design FEMA flood zone mapping CCRFCD Master Plan updates Channel and drainage infrastructure design Prepare GIS and CAD Drainage Exhibits for existing and proposed conditions. Drainage Exhibits (Vicinity, Location, FIRM, F-MAP, SOILS, Precipitation, Drainage Basin, Facilities) Water/Wastewater Division Perform water and sewer analysis Prepare GIS databases and exhibits documenting existing and proposed infrastructures Condition assessment of sewer facilities and rehab recommendations Improvement plans for reservoirs, pump stations, and sewer lift stations Improvement plans for major utility infrastructure Sewer and Water Main infrastructure design Sewer Capacity Studies Perform Hydraulic Analysis Perform Utility Coordination Airport and Summerlin Division Conceptual Planning Conceptual Design Report Airside Design (Runway/Taxiway/Apron) Landside Design (Roadway, Curbfront, Parking) FAA 7460 FAA Specifications Structural Division Design bridges utilizing AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Manual Design buildings utilizing IBC Design retaining walls Design flood control structures including detention basin infrastructure, junction structures Design water reservoirs and pump stations Perform structural analysis using applicable software Land Development Division Residential Multi-Family Summerlin Commercial/Retail/Industrial Parks Schools Design of the above includes: Preparing improvement plans including grading, utility, traffic design, miscellaneous plans using applicable agency/entity/code requirements Laying out a site given parameters from client Working with drainage closely to coordinate size, location and material of storm drain facilities Creating footprints using architectural drawings Preparing standard plans for submittal to agencies and plot plans Understanding/keeping track of specific client preferences Creating exhibits showing hard costs associated with the development of a site Creating spreadsheets to aid in design Creating Miscellaneous Exhibits Going on Site Visits/Inspecting the site Occasionally meeting with Agency & Client Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Possesses ability to apply engineering principles to evaluate and solve basic engineering problems. Education and Experience Requirements Currently enrolled in University/College Civil Engineering Program. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Working knowledge of CAD Civil 3D software and Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Project) is a plus. Valid driver’s license. Travel in personal vehicle may be required. *The responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The employer reserves the right to modify this job description at any time or with or without notice.

Requirements

  • Civil Engineering
  • CAD
  • Civil 3D
  • Data Entry
  • Technical Reporting
  • Hydrologic Calculations
  • Hydraulic Calculations
  • Drainage Design
  • Utility Coordination
  • Site Inspection
  • Project Management Support
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Project
  • GIS

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