Civil Engineering Internship

KPFF Seattles Civil Team designs sites that enable land to be developed for commercial residential institutional and recreational purposes. We also design critical public and private infrastructure systems that support the built and natural environments including district energy regional storm drainage facilities utility grids and trails. We support projects ranging from feasibility evaluations and master planning to design permitting and construction. Our group works in close collaboration with owners architects landscape architects and other engineering disciplines to build a more sustainable resilient and thriving community.

Located in downtown Seattle our office is now accepting applications for the Summer 2026 Civil Engineering Internship. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into project work from day one. You will integrate into our teams and we are excited to share our professional experience with you as we work on projects together. You will help solve real design problems help complete active project work as well as:

• Assist experienced engineers in solving complex engineering problems.
• Support engineers and CAD staff with design-related tasks such as calculations plan production and review.
• Learn and use engineering and design software (e.g. AutoCAD Civil 3D) to contribute to project development.
• Travel to project sites to observe existing conditions and construction of the systems we design.
• Research jurisdictional codes and manuals to determine design requirements.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions about sustainable civil engineering solutions.
• Perform calculations to support the design of stormwater conveyance water quality flow control and green stormwater systems.
• Perform vehicle turning studies using Vehicle Tracking software programs.
• Prepare exhibits for reports and/or presentations.
• Help prepare drafts of drainage reports and feasibility studies.
• Apply core engineering principles and advanced mathematical techniques to tackle real-world challenges.
• Build familiarity in navigating federal state and local regulations while aligning with KPFFs and our clients standards and practices.
• Thrive in a vibrant inclusive and collaborative team environment that values creativity curiosity and excellence.

(Job responsibilities will vary depending on team project and each individual interns interests.)

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an ABET accredited bachelors degree in civil (preferred) or environmental engineering.
• Completion of sophomore or junior year by the start of the 2026 Summer Internship.
• Basic knowledge of junior year engineering fundamentals.
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Desire for continued learning.

Desired Qualification:

• Coursework and/or familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D

Additional Information :

This is an on-site position in Seattle WA. All interns are expected to work from our office location.

Physical Demands:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Travelling to project sites and performing field observations which may involve walking standing kneeling or navigating uneven terrain.

Compensation:

The expected range for a qualified candidate is $26.00 - $28.00 hourly.

Benefits provided by KPFF include:

• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass
• Paid holidays during your internship
• Paid sick and mental health time
• Use of in-office bike storage and lockers
• Use of in-building gym and locker rooms

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

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern