Summer 2027 Civil Engineering Intern

NorthStarNorthStarChico, California, United States
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Posted

9/23/2026

Employment

Internship

Range

$25 - $31/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

Assist with preparing applications and project documents under supervision, and support soils testing, surveying, CAD drafting, and basic design tasks. Develop engineering skills and gain exposure to problem-solving practices while contributing to civil projects and working with complementary disciplines.

Requirements overview

Applicants must be juniors or above enrolled in an ABET-accredited college or university with an engineering focus; no prior experience is required. Candidates need strong critical-thinking, communication, time-management, prioritization, and organizational skills, as well as a valid California driver's license and a clear DMV report.

Key skills

Critical ThinkingProblem SolvingDecision MakingVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationGraphic CommunicationTime ManagementPrioritizationOrganizationSoils TestingSurveyingCAD DraftingBasic Civil DesignMicrosoft OfficeAutoCAD Civil 3DTeamwork

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About NorthStar

Industry

Professional Services

Employees

41

Type

Privately Held

Size

11-50 employees

The Mission of NorthStar is to Develop People Who Enhance Our Communities. At first glance this may not appear like our mission has anything to do with surveying or engineering, but at the end of the day everything we do is about people. We hire great people and invest in them intentionally so that they are growing and learning, continuing to love what they do, and working in an environment that supports their best work. Our team is then able to serve our customers with excellence and the result is quality projects that make our communities a better place to live, work and play. Keeping our focus on our people allows us to attract and retain the best team possible, a team that is committed to doing great work and doing it in a way that makes the projects and process more enjoyable for everyone. We are committed to hiring people who are excellent at what they do, but also are aligned with our values and excited about the mission we have. TEAMCENTRIC As an engineering and surveying firm, we work together to collaborate and share resources and knowledge. Each person has their unique perspective and by working together, communicating proactively, and asking for input across our team, our work exceeds expectations. LEARNING We promote professional and personal learning with a goal of continuous improvement. We are always asking ourselves “is there a better way?” and looking for opportunities to grow and learn in our careers. We recognize that each one of us is both a teacher and a student, and seeing things from the perspective of another person is valuable to our learning. OWNERSHIP We recognize that every one of us is a steward of the culture of NorthStar and that every client is a team client. We own our setbacks and learn from them, working to bring creative solutions to the challenges we face. We take ownership of our commitment to our clients, our communities, and our team.

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Job categories

EngineeringConstruction

Description

Welcome to NorthStar. The Internship Program at NorthStar was built with the intern and permanent staff in mind to accomplish two major goals 1) build experience and exposure to problem solving procedures and practices, and 2) assist staff with project tasks, allowing for mentorship opportunities. We are a team of engineers, surveyors, and planners who have been serving Northern California communities for over 40 years. We honestly love what we do, who we do it with, and where we do it. We work in a welcoming community that offers culture, art, incredible outdoor adventures, and easy driving access to epic weekend destinations. We hire brilliant professionals who are excellent at their craft and align well with our mission and values. We have worked hard to define our culture so that who we are and how we approach our work is crystal clear. Our mission is our passion: We Exist to Develop People Who Enhance Our Communities. Our core values are Learning, Ownership and Teamcentric, and these sum up how we “show up” for our clients and each other. For us, these aren’t just words on a piece of paper, they are what we live into as a team and aspire to daily. Are you our next team member? Internship - We are seeking an Intern who is ready to be on the track to develop as an engineer and play a significant role in our growing Civil Team in Chico CA. NorthStar’s Civil team is comprised of talented professionals working to better our communities through inspired design. Fulfilling Projects - NorthStar is proud to partner with both public and private sector clients. We have done work for a range of clients in multiple industries: City and County Agencies, Construction Companies, Schools, Native American Tribes, Non-profit Organizations, Health Care Entities, Utility Companies, Local Developers, and Small Businesses. Essential Functions: The Intern should be highly efficient, organized, and have a desire to develop themselves as an engineer. Provide experiences that get you ready for a position in your field of study by developing skills to work within that field as well as the exposure to work with complementary fields. Assist in the preparation of applications and documents under direct supervision of others Assist with soils testing, surveying, CAD drafting, and basic design under the direct supervision of others Acquire experience, skills, and education as necessary to advance Build experience and exposure to problem solving procedures and practices What you must have to apply: A student currently enrolled as a Junior or above in an ABET accredited college or university with a focus in engineering coursework No experience is required for this position Aptitude for critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making. Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills Excellent time management, prioritization, and organization skills Possession of valid California Driver’s License and clear DMV Report What we prefer you have: Proficiency with the use of personal computers, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD - Civil 3D, and civil software is desirable. Enrolled or has completed CSU Surveying (Civil 130), Transportation Planning, Surveying & Graphics (Civil 140), Fluid Mechanics (Civil 321), Soil Mechanics (Civil 411) or equivalent is desirable Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of an effective team Compensation and Benefits: Pay Rate – $25.00 to $30.77 based on relevant experience Opportunities: Our internship meets the requirements of CIVL 389 Civil Engineering Internship, and we can assist in documentation as necessary Eligible for Assistant Technician position or above after the intern term has been completed Valued member of a collaborative team with a voice in a growing Civil Engineering department Equal Opportunity Employer The information provided in this job posting is a summary of the full job description and is intended to provide an overview of areas of responsibility, skills, knowledge, and abilities associated with the position. A full copy of the job description is available upon request.

Requirements

  • •Critical Thinking
  • •Problem Solving
  • •Decision Making
  • •Verbal Communication
  • •Written Communication
  • •Graphic Communication
  • •Time Management
  • •Prioritization
  • •Organization
  • •Soils Testing
  • •Surveying
  • •CAD Drafting
  • •Basic Civil Design
  • •Microsoft Office
  • •AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • •Teamwork

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