Civil Engineering Interns

Who we are

Since 1972, Kier + Wright has provided both private and public sector clients with engineering and surveying work that is efficient, cost-effective and forward-thinking. We offer a full range of services to support commercial, industrial, and high-density residential development and redevelopment projects. For more information about our services, visit kierwright.com. EEO

Civil Engineering & Survey Interns

Kier & Wright is searching for Civil Engineering Summer Interns for 2026 in most of our offices (Austin, Gilroy, Irvine, Livermore, Sacramento, and Santa Clara)! Interns will work alongside our engineering staff on exciting land development projects, relating their acquired classroom knowledge and skills to real-world experiences. 

Interns May Work On 

• AutoCAD Civil 3D Drafting 
• Assisting with hydraulic & stormwater drafting
• Grading, drainage, and utility plans 
• Attending client meetings 
• Topographic mapping 
• ALTA boundaries 
• Parcel maps
• Records of survey 
• Plats & legal 
• Field checks

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in areas of study relevant to the business such as engineering, geomatics, and other related fields. 
• Preferred Junior / Senior year students attaining their bachelor's degree, or completing their master's program. 
• Good interpersonal abilities for working in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D & Bluebeam preferred
• Previous internship/work experience is a plus
• E.I.T certification is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS

• Prolonged periods of sitting
• Interacting with technology
  
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking/driving (field checks)