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Civil Transportation Internship

KPFF Consulting Engineers
Seattle, WA Intern
POSTED ON 9/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/21/2025
Company Description

The Special Projects Division of KPFF is growing and looking for an ambitious and initiative-driven Junior or Senior level Civil Engineering student for a summer internship in the Seattle Office of our Special Projects Group. The Civil Engineering Summer Internship being offered is approximately 40 hours a week for up to 90 days depending on candidate’s availability. Job responsibilities will vary depending on the project and individual intern. Our work leans toward civil, design-build transportation, structural, industrial and waterfront infrastructure throughout the US with a focus on the West Coast and Pacific Northwest regions. We frequently function as prime consultants and are tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach.

Job Description

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Assist a civil engineer with various tasks associated with the project design, including calculations, plan production and review, and cost estimating.
  • 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.

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Ability to work collaboratively with project team members and clients on a variety of projects
  • Detail oriented and desire for continued learning
  • Clear communication and writing skills
  • General understanding of MicroStation, InRoads, and Openroads design
  • 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 consulting trailblazers. Our culture fosters teamwork, ownership, and common values, ensuring your accomplishments are celebrated and your career trajectory is in your hands. At KPFF, we're not just coworkers; we're a vibrant community fueled by collaborative creativity, offering you the stage to leave a lasting mark on pioneering projects.

Compensation

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

About Us

KPFF Special Projects Division

Since 1996, KPFF's 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.

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.

Salary : $27 - $32

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