Civil Engineering Intern

OWN, Inc. is an engineering firm that believes in the power of employee-ownership. Our talented team builds futures while helping shape the built environment across the country from our offices in Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas. We serve the Private Development and Public Infrastructure markets with core offerings of Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, and Field Services. No matter the project or scope, our clients enjoy problem-solving and service that goes beyond the expected.

We are looking for an Intern to join our Overland Park, Kansas team.

Responsibilities May Include

• Assist with permit applications by gathering necessary information, completing required forms, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Contribute to the planning phase of projects by conducting research, gathering data, and providing support in developing project plans.
• Collaborate with the team in the design process, utilizing software tools such as AutoCAD to create detailed drawings and layouts.
• Assist in performing calculations related to project specifications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to engineering standards.
• Contribute to the preparation of various documents, including reports, project proposals, and technical specifications.
• Aid in estimating quantities and construction costs by analyzing project requirements and applying industry-standard methods.
• Support the team in conducting research and preparing reports and studies on relevant engineering topics.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Currently enrolled as a junior or senior in an ABET accredited university, pursuing a degree in Engineering with a focus on the relevant field.
• Demonstrated progress towards graduating with an Engineering Degree, reflecting a strong academic background and commitment to the field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications, with the ability to effectively use these tools for data analysis, documentation, and communication.
• Basic understanding of ergonomics and safety principles in engineering practices, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Basic technical and design skills, including proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software for creating accurate and detailed engineering drawings.
• Successful completion of civil engineering classes within a degree program, showcasing a solid foundation in engineering principles and concepts.
  
  

When you join us, you can find your OWN way through:

• Community. Giving of time, treasures, and talents to fulfill personal passions and show up in your community.
• Empowerment. Our employees are given full reign and the trust to make decisions in the best interest of their clients and teams.
• Flexibility. The freedom to be a professional. The freedom to be a person.
• ESOP. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is owned 100% by employees – equitably, a fact most employee-owned firms can’t claim.
• Having fun. Laughing, jokes, high fives, celebrations – we take our work seriously but not ourselves.
• Teamwork. A sense of belonging, learning from those around you, and feeling like you’re on the winning team.
  
  

It is the policy of OWN, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to their race, age, color, physical handicap or disability, military service record, religion, sex, national origin or any other categorization protected by law, and to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive continuing program.