Student Civil Engineer Intern

Company Description

RESPEC seeks a Student Engineer Intern located in our Fairbanks, AK location.

Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 15 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services. Our six market sectors—Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology—reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence. At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward. We are deeply invested in our employees’ success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.

Job Description

This hands-on design position is within RESPEC’s Development Services Sector. Our civil engineering interns will work alongside our firm’s full-time employees to learn how professional services are provided to our clients in the form of land development, infrastructure design, construction document preparation, stormwater management, utility design, sediment and erosion control, and construction administration. The primary responsibilities include supporting our civil engineering staff and field construction inspectors in support of design and construction projects. Our experienced staff will provide mentoring and coaching to our interns to allow development of civil engineering skills and knowledge. Interns will get exposed to our clients, job sites, and Alaskan communities, as well as collaborate with our RESPEC multi-discipline team on public and private sector clients. Additional responsibilities include:

• Assist with design work
• Perform calculations and simulations
• Research topics as assigned
• Assist with field inspections

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Preferred qualifications include the following:

• Solid time management skills and ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in an efficient manner
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Interest in designing various kinds of civil engineering features (roads, underground utilities, site grading, paving, storm drainage)
• Good working knowledge of fundamental of civil engineering concepts
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Strong problem-solving and math skills 
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Experience with reading, analyzing, and interpreting plan sets
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Team player who strives to provide quality work
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel) 
• Some proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.