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Site Civil Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Jacobs

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Irvine, CA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Site Civil Engineer Intern will support Jacobs’ Water Resources team on water infrastructure projects, including dams, flood control structures, pump stations, reservoirs, and water conveyance systems. The intern will assist with project coordination, design development, document management, engineering analyses, and technical deliverables, while gaining exposure to project work from conceptual design through construction and receiving mentorship from multidisciplinary teams.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Water Engineering, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveTime Management, nice to haveOrganization, nice to haveAutoCAD, nice to haveArcGIS Pro, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, requiredRising Junior, requiredGPA 3.0+, nice to haveMaster's Degree, nice to haveWater and Wastewater Engineering Experience, nice to haveEIT Certification, nice to haveUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship, required

Full job description

At Jacobs, we're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions that shape the future of critical water infrastructure. As a Site Civil Engineer intern supporting our Water Resources team, you'll gain hands-on experience contributing to projects that help communities improve resilience, sustainability, and access to essential water systems.

You'll work alongside engineers, project managers, designers, and technical specialists to support the planning, design, and delivery of water-related infrastructure projects, including dams, flood control structures, pump stations, water conveyance systems, reservoirs, outfalls, and other municipal and regional water facilities. Through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, you'll gain insight into the full project lifecycle, from conceptual design through construction.

In this role, you'll assist with project coordination, design development, document management, engineering analyses, and technical deliverables while learning industry best practices for project execution and infrastructure design. You'll also have opportunities to participate in design reviews, team meetings, and project planning activities that support successful project delivery.

At Jacobs, we believe our interns are future leaders. You'll be encouraged to bring new perspectives, develop your technical and professional skills, and contribute to impactful projects that improve communities and protect valuable water resources. We foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning, providing the support and mentorship needed to help you grow and succeed.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

  • Qualifications:

  • In pursuit of a bachelor's in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering with a focus on Water in an accredited program

  • Has an interest in Water or has done previous water related

  • Must be at least a rising Junior

  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

  • The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

  • 3.0 GPA

  • In pursuit of a master's degree

  • A previous internship, teaching assistance, or research related to water and wastewater engineering

  • Ability to communicate with all levels of management within Jacobs

  • Self-driven time management and organizational skills

  • Have or are working towards an engineer-in-training (EIT) certification

  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS Pro

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,568 open Civil Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • California median$135–190K/yr60 salary ranges
  • California median$24–40/hr29 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 98 open Civil Engineering jobs in California and 1,568 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Civil Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 8 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 4 to 10 years (852 postings).
Education
758 of the 1,568 open Civil Engineering jobs (48%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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