Civil/Site Engineering Intern

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking Civil/Site Engineering Interns to join our Clinton, NJ office for Summer 2026! You’ll gain hands-on experience working on projects that shape communities—from large retail complexes and residential developments to small urban spaces in downtown districts.

Our team will guide you through the full development process, giving you exposure to proven strategies, regulatory navigation, and the advantage of our in-house, multi-disciplinary services. This is a great opportunity to build your skills and make an impact on real projects this summer!

• Our interns will assist technical staff on day-to-day projects in their respective disciplines.
• Preparing site plans under direction of junior engineers.
• Code reviews.
• Code requirements from municipalities.
• SWPPP inspections (will be trained on this by team).
• Erosion inspections on-site.
• CED internships are unique in that they are work-centered, meaning you are working on real, billable client work right away.
• This is a great way to gain real life experience in consulting.
• In addition to the work-centered program, we also offer robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections.

• Actively pursuing a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Hydrology type work or coursework and Hydraulics coursework.
• All applicants should be eligible to work in the US and attend a university or college physically located in the United States.
• Be highly motivated, able to work in a fast paced environment, and have great communication skills.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Civil 3D experience preferred.
• HydroCAD experience a plus.
• Site/Civil interest specifically Land Development.
• Students with some prior internship experience are preferred, but any candidates who apply will be reviewed and considered for different roles.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $20.00 to $28.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

Our interns are given opportunities to learn in a variety of settings. Multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and architectural design projects provide interns an opportunity to see the work in real-life settings, working side by side with other professionals in their chosen field.  They are also able to participate in educational opportunities that build a variety of transferable skills valuable in every career. Our Career Exploration Series provides interns with chances to network and learn from the professionals doing the work and growing our business. Interns also complete a series of reflections, problem solving activities, contests, drawings, and create end of summer presentations which help showcase their learning and experiences.  Additional networking and trainings specific to the students' areas of study are also made available to students throughout the Summer Internship program.  

Our internship program is designed to help grow our organization organically with talented individuals starting their careers all over the country. On average, we make full-time, permanent offers to students approaching graduation within a year more than 50% of the time. We want great talent to start their careers here stay with CED and its affiliates for their entire career!  

We have created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. We make as many of these opportunities available to our interns, as well as our regular employees as possible. 

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!