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Intern/Co-op - Site/Civil Engineering (Spring 2027)

Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC

Chicago, ILInternship$22–27/hrPosted 1mo agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$22–27/hr
Location
Chicago, IL
Role Type
Co-op
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Langan is seeking a Spring 2027 Site/Civil Engineering intern or co-op in Chicago. The role supports site feasibility studies and land development projects through field work, technical reports and calculations, pre-construction documentation, and design plans and specifications. The intern will work with industry leadership and gain technical and professional experience on a collaborative team.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AutoCAD, nice to haveCivil 3D, nice to haveMicrosoft Office Suite, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveAttention to Detail, nice to haveAnalytical Skills, nice to haveMultitasking, nice to haveJudgment, nice to haveIndependent Work, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to have

Qualifications

Civil Engineering Degree in Progress, requiredGPA 3.0+, nice to have

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Intern/Co-op – Site/Civil Engineering (Spring 2027) to join its collaborative team in Chicago, IL. This individual will serve a key function in supporting site feasibility studies which may involve field work, technical report preparation and calculations, pre-construction conditions documentation, design plans and specifications. In this role, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience technically and professionally by partnering directly with industry leadership on a variety of exciting land development projects.

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist with the planning, design and permitting of civil engineering, land development and infrastructure projects.

  • Assist with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates and design plans for projects using engineering and design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.) and equipment.

  • Effectively use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and topographical and geologic data and their impact on the planning and design of projects.

  • Support zoning, ordinance and permit assessments, assist with the sidewalk cast estimations, and determines the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data.

  • Provide field inspection services, as needed.

  • Apply knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics.

  • Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments.

  • Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

  • Student actively pursuing a four year or advanced degree in Civil Engineering; Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater is preferred;

  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite applications;

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

  • Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;

  • Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and

  • Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees. Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.

Pay Range $22—$27 USD

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How this job compares

Set against the 1,507 open Civil Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$22–27/hr
  • US median$23–30/hr317 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $24.50/hr, is 8% below the US median midpoint ($27/hr) — in the middle half of Civil Engineering hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 32 open Civil Engineering jobs in Illinois and 1,507 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
Civil Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 4 to 10 years (779 postings).
Education
738 of the 1,507 open Civil Engineering jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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