Civil Engineering Intern

What Youll Be Doing:

• Learning and applying civil design skills to make a difference
• Assist civil engineers with various tasks associated with project design including calculations plan production and review and cost estimating.
• Support engineers on meaningful projects where youll see your impact from supporting design of stormwater systems water systems and habitat restorations that impact and protect the Puget Sound.
• Exposure to different modeling software (InfoWater EPA SWMM WWHM etc).
• Collaborate with multiple engineers across disciplines on innovative projects including port facilities fisheries habitat restoration small boat harbors marinas and railway infrastructure.
• Assist with project site visits. The applicant may be required to navigate through a jobsite and must comply with all Company and Site safety requirements in the office and on the jobsite. 
•  Involved in our amazing internship program where youll meet with other interns attend weekly technical trainings weekly site visits and other events to meet other KPFF staff. 

Example of Projects:

• Ports harbors and light industrial related projects on the waterfront for a variety of public and private clients
• Stormwater collection and conveyance layout and design
• Environmental cleanup and habitat restoration
• Container terminal infrastructure design
• Marinas
• Ferry terminals
• Waterway dredging
• Fisheries Engineering; hatchery building and pond design diversion and intake structures; Fish passage replacement
• Rail infrastructure

Qualifications :

Who Were Looking For:

• Detail oriented and desire for continued learning
• Willingness to work on a variety of projects
• Excellent teamwork communication and interpersonal skills
• General understanding of stormwater hydrology and hydraulics basics
• General understanding of AutoCAD and Civil 3D

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• 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.
• Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking standing kneeling or navigating uneven terrain.

Additional Information :

Culture and Benefits:

Join KPFF for a career adventure that celebrates your expertise and fuels your development. Here autonomy and innovation converge empowering you to tackle complex challenges and blossom into a consulting trailblazer. Our culture fosters teamwork ownership and common values ensuring that your accomplishments are celebrated and your career trajectory is in your hands. At KPFF were not just coworkers; were a vibrant community fueled by collaborative creativity offering you the chance to leave a lasting mark on pioneering projects.

Compensation:

The salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidates experience education and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $27-$32 per hour.

About Us

KPFF Special Projects Division

Since 1996 KPFFs Special Projects Division has been at the forefront of addressing specialized challenges in project development. With over 150 team members in three offices strategically located in Long Beach CA Tacoma WA and Seattle WA our approach combines dedicated project managers a skilled technical team and a commitment to innovation. We offer a comprehensive range of services including civil structural and mechanical engineering machinery design construction and project management and planning services.

We specialize in the management and design of heavy civil structural industrial and waterfront infrastructure projects across the United States. Our team thrives on solving unique multi-disciplinary challenges collaborating closely with clients such as the Ports of Long Beach Los Angeles Tacoma and Seattle as well as various municipalities and government agencies.

Join us at KPFF Special Projects Division and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in project delivery.

KPFF

KPFF a multi-office multi-discipline engineering firm is committed to Excellence Trust Relationships Stability and Passion. With over 60 years of experience we provide creative solutions for diverse projects scales and industries. Our 1400 professionals in 27 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and impactful projects.

KPFF is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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