Civil Design & Management Internship

Overview

Our internship provides a dynamic, hands-on learning experience, offering you the opportunity to work closely with industry professionals and gain practical experience in civil engineering. Here’s what you can expect:

• Collaborative, Cohort-Based Experience: Work alongside a group of fellow interns, allowing you to collaborate on projects, develop teamwork skills, and build valuable professional relationships.
• Engaging, Hands-On Engineering Projects: Contribute to live infrastructure initiatives such as civil design, transportation planning, water resource management, and site development.
• Field Exposure & Site Visits: Go beyond the office to experience how engineering designs are brought to life in the field, providing a comprehensive view of the implementation process.
• Mentorship & Networking Opportunities: Work closely with experienced engineers and connect with local businesses and government agencies to see how M&J Engineering’s projects positively impact communities.

• Duration: 8 weeks (May/June - July/Aug, Exact date TBA)
• Structure:
• First 2 weeks: In-office activities
• Remaining 6 weeks: On-site project activities
• Provided PPE: Safety glasses, vests, hard hats
• Interns must bring: OSHA-approved work boots
• Certification: OSHA10 certification during the in-office segment

Responsibilities

• Research and Support:
• Conduct research on retaining walls, drainage systems, and optimal solutions for specific locations.
• Assist the design team on current projects to progress.
• Research utility relocation and prepare reports.
• Verify existing conditions through field visits.
• Identify owners and contacts of utilities.
• Quality Control:
• Provide quality control assessments on project plans.

• Field Visits:
• Participate in site inspections and verify project progress.
• Assist in managing project timelines and resources.
• Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Design and Specifications:
• Assist the design team on current projects to progress.
• Develop specifications on projects i.e. retaining walls, drainage systems, and other civil structures.
• Conduct research on best practices and innovative design solutions.
• Utility Research:
• Research utility relocation and prepare detailed reports.
• Verify existing conditions through field visits.
• Identify owners and contacts of utilities.
• Quality Control:
• Provide quality control assessments on design plans.

• Field Visits:
• Participate in site inspections and verify design implementation.
• Assist in resolving design-related issues on-site.
• Coordinate with the construction team to ensure design accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• OSHA10 Certification: Interns will receive OSHA10 certification during the first two weeks of the program.
• Safety Gear: PPE will be provided, including safety glasses, vests, and hard hats. Interns must bring their own OSHA-approved work boots.

Qualifications

Civil Management Program

Research and Support:

• Strong research skills, particularly in civil engineering topics such as retaining walls and drainage systems.
• Ability to assist design teams and contribute to project progress.
• Experience in utility relocation research and report preparation.
• Field visit experience to verify existing conditions.
• Ability to identify and communicate with utility owners and contacts.

Quality Control:

• Experience in providing quality control assessments on project plans.

Field Visits:

• Experience in site inspections and verifying project progress.
• Ability to manage project timelines and resources effectively.
• Strong coordination skills with contractors and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards in construction.

Civil Design Program

Design and Specifications:

• Experience in assisting design teams and contributing to project progress.
• Ability to develop specifications for civil engineering projects, including retaining walls and drainage systems.
• Strong research skills in best practices and innovative design solutions.

Utility Research:

• Experience in utility relocation research and detailed report preparation.
• Field visit experience to verify existing conditions.
• Ability to identify and communicate with utility owners and contacts.

Quality Control:

• Experience in providing quality control assessments on design plans.

Field Visits:

• Experience in site inspections and verifying design implementation.
• Ability to resolve design-related issues on-site.
• Strong coordination skills with construction teams to ensure design accuracy.
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards in construction.

Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand pro-active client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. All full-time employees are provided with a comprehensive benefit package that includes options for medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off for holidays, vacation, sick days, and bereavement. M&J offers a competitive salary consummate with applicant experience and credentials.