What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineering Intern position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Join our Mountain Team as a Civil Engineering Intern in Frisco, Colorado, contributing to land development and site design projects. This role provides hands-on experience in engineering design, permitting, and project execution while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic consulting environment.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary:
The Civil Engineering Intern supports the design and permitting of land development and site design projects. Under the supervision of senior engineers, this role assists with preparing plans, calculations, reports, and cost estimates, applying standard engineering practices to real-world project challenges.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
⦁ Assist in the design and permitting of land development and site design projects.
⦁ Perform conceptual and detailed design calculations and analyses.
⦁ Prepare engineering reports and supporting documentation.
⦁ Assist in developing construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
⦁ Ensure adherence to standard engineering practices and project documentation requirements.
⦁ Coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
⦁ Plan, coordinate, and execute work safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations.
⦁ Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
⦁ Third- or fourth-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
⦁ Familiarity with relevant engineering codes and industry standards.
⦁ Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project).
Preferred Qualifications:
⦁ Familiarity with MicroStation.
⦁ Coursework or experience in land development, grading, and drainage design.
⦁ Previous internship or co-op experience in civil or site design engineering.
Physical Requirements:
⦁ Ability to perform occasional fieldwork, including walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor conditions.
⦁ Ability to sit, stand, and perform light physical activity, including lifting up to 25 pounds.
⦁ Ability to operate computers, read drawings, and observe site conditions with required visual acuity.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
⦁ Combination of office-based work and occasional field visits to project sites or construction areas.
⦁ Potential exposure to varying weather, noise, dust, or uneven terrain during fieldwork.
⦁ Standard business hours with occasional extended hours to meet project deadlines.
Additional Information:
⦁ Employment Type: Internship
⦁ Schedule: Full-time, temporary (internship duration)
⦁ Location: Frisco, CO
⦁ Travel: Minimal
⦁ Compensation Range: $23 – $26 per hour, depending on experience
⦁ Posting Expiration Date: January 2, 2026
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
⦁ Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
⦁ Merit-based financial rewards.
⦁ Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
⦁ Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
⦁ Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
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Salary : $23 - $26