Civil Engineering Intern

MacKay Sposito is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join our Water Resources team in Albuquerque, NM, for Summer 2026. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a civil engineering or related program, with a preference given to those entering their senior year.

Recent graduates are also encouraged to apply. The paid internship lasts up to three months and offers valuable hands-on experience. This team focuses on projects related to dam design and rehabilitation, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for dam and river projects, flood mapping, spillway design, and more. 

At MacKay Sposito, we’re always looking for ways to help you grow in your career by giving you tasks that stretch your abilities while providing you with the support to accomplish them. We’re eager to teach you new skills that will help you grow as an engineer. In fact, the majority of our Professional Engineers began their careers at the firm as EITs. 

We live by our core values of honesty, dedication, and relationships. We make decisions every day based on these values, which drive us to do the right thing even when it’s hard. Our vision is to work with cool people on cool projects, and we want team members who will help us achieve our goals.

We encourage you to ask around about us and do some digging. We’re confident you’ll want to learn more and look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito.  

Responsibilities:

• Develop practical experience in how to resolve engineering problems and adapt approved engineering methods and standards
• Build foundational experience in how to review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications or construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
• Gain hands-on experience with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Meet deadlines, communicate and work closely in a team environment
• Prepare engineering designs and specifications on assigned portions of a project accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare cost estimates with quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or time and cost of labor to determine project feasibility or bond quantity amounts.
• Assist in the analysis of complex engineering data such as, design agreements, design calculations, preliminary specifications, and other technical data.

Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled or a recent graduate of an accredited Bachelor of Science degree with major coursework in civil engineering, public works, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications in Civil Engineering in AutoCAD Civil 3D (Preferred) 
• Excellent computer, writing, communication, and customer service skills
• Proficient in the Google Suite of products

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

• A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.   
• An excellent reputation - Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an outstanding reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• A focus on community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we support several local organizations focused on community pillars related to veterans and youth. Our team members serve in volunteer positions as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and participate across a broad range of initiatives. 

Our Values:

At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search for people who are friendly, honest, and dedicated to the team and their work.

We believe in constructive candor with our clients and colleagues - sharing our full knowledge and expertise to allow for fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed, and supportive environment, we can challenge our people to be the best they can be and celebrate every success. 

About MacKay Sposito
With more than 50 years of experience, MacKay Sposito is a multidisciplinary firm based in Vancouver, Washington, specializing in public works, energy, and land development. Our passionate team focuses on building lasting relationships through quality work, creative design, and collaboration. We offer civil engineering, land surveying, environmental science and permitting, landscape architecture, and construction management and inspection services. With the addition of our subsidiary, Riparia Environmental, we now deliver a full suite of services from design and engineering to maintenance and environmental compliance. Together, we balance development with environmental stewardship and sustainability.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

The wage for this position ranges from $25.00 to $28.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. As a federal Contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

Open until filled.