What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2027 Summer Internship - Civil Engineering position at Pape-Dawson?
Job Description
Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns in our Tennessee offices for the summer of 2027 focusing on land development. The available locations are Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Franklin, and Murfreesboro. The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects within residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.
Responsibilities
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Pape-Dawson is seeking Civil Engineer Interns in our Tennessee offices for the summer of 2027 focusing on land development. The available locations are Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Franklin, and Murfreesboro. The Engineer Intern supports project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects within residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision
- Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints
- Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards
- Utilize computer-aided engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents
- Support the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company-approved formats
- Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned
- Assist with redlines, submittals, preparation of exhibits, and record (as-built) drawings
- Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop
- Assist in the design and preparation of plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts
- Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements.
- Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects
- Additional related duties as needed
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil or Agricultural Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
- Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures
- Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Adaptable and flexible in managing shifting priorities and deadlines
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.