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Civil Engineering Intern – Geotech

Schnabel Engineering

Sterling, VATemporary / Full-time$19–25/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19–25/hr
Location
Sterling, VA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Temporary / Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Job overview

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a temporary, full-time Civil Engineering intern to support its geotechnical business from May through August 2027. The intern will apply engineering principles to practical problems under senior engineers’ supervision, with work spanning field investigations, construction observation, laboratory testing, and office support. The role is intended to broaden practical knowledge and experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Geotechnical Field WorkGPSInfiltration TestingConstruction ObservationMaterials TestingLaboratory TestingAutoCADGISOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationComputer LiteracyTeamworkOutdoor WorkLifting 50 Pounds

Qualifications

Civil Engineering Bachelor's or RelatedMaster's in Civil EngineeringPrior Related Work ExperienceValid U.S. Driver's LicenseBackground CheckPre-Employment Drug Screening

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave

Full job description

Description

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 32 offices throughout the United States

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options include:

  • Medical insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)

  • Short-term disability (100% company-paid)

  • Long-term disability

  • Supplemental life insurance

  • 401(k) and profit-sharing plan

  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

  • Bonus program

  • Paid time off

  • 9 Paid Holidays

  • Wellness program

  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description:

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. Schnabel is seeking a temporary full-time intern with a Civil Engineering background to support our growing business. The emphasis for this position is broadening the intern’s practical knowledge and experience by applying professional principles to real problems under the supervision of senior engineering personnel. The position will be held from May through August of 2027.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Performing geotechnical field work including observing geotechnical subsurface exploration, using GPS to layout borings, and performing infiltration testing

  • Performing construction observation and materials testing at construction sites

  • Performing laboratory testing

  • Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS

  • Providing support to engineers on preparing geotechnical proposals and reports

  • Some travel may be required

Required Skills/Experience:

  • Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Bachelor’s. Enrollment in other college engineering or relevant science programs may be considered.

  • Possess good oral and written communication skills and computer literacy

  • Ability to work with direction as part of a team

  • Willingness to perform a variety of tasks including office and field work

  • Desire and willingness to work outdoors

  • Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills/Experience:

  • Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

  • Junior, senior, and graduate students

  • Prior professional work or summer intern work in a related field

Other Requirements:

  • Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license as driving is an essential function of the job

  • Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check

  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

The compensation range for a Civil Engineering Intern is between $19.00 to $25.00. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.

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How this job compares

Set against the 467 open Civil Engineering Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$19–25/hr
  • US median$23–29/hr218 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $22/hr, is 15% below the US median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Civil Engineering Intern hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 19 open Civil Engineering Intern jobs in Virginia and 467 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Education
254 of the 467 open Civil Engineering Intern jobs (54%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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