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Engineering Summer Intern

Zachry Group
Downers Grove, IL Intern
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2026
Job Description

Functions are routine engineering, design and construction tasks within their department and on assigned projects. In addition to gaining knowledge from daily tasks and projects, candidate will also be given opportunities throughout the summer to develop their soft skills and take on leadership roles.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Complete department tasks under the direction of an assigned supervisor
  • Perform discipline specific activities, calculations, as assigned
  • Assist technical service personnel in proper execution of deliverables
  • Support discipline specific tasks for proposal work
  • Work on other miscellaneous projects, as assigned


Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be enrolled in an accredited Engineering or Engineering technology Program
  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • Hold a minimum 3.0 GPA (preferred). Candidate must provide GPA of most recent 60 hours completed
  • Interest in leadership & personal development opportunities
  • Willingness to relocate for both internship and future full-time opportunities


Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with engineering tools and software (i.e. Microsoft 365, AutoCAD, Matlab, ETAP, STAAD) (dependent on discipline)
  • Excellent soft skills (initiative, time management, team collaboration)


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employee will work in an office environment.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Summer Hire position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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