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Copy of Civil Construction Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

CompanyCLARK DIETZ INC
LocationOakbrook Terrace
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Assist engineers with construction inspection services on various transportation projects for IDOT, Tollway, and municipalities. Duties include documenting construction activities, computing quantities, and verifying measurements and layouts on project sites.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$20 - $26
Company Size
191
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Clark Dietz is a professional engineering firm providing consulting, design, and construction management services to clients throughout the Midwest. Our core disciplines include transportation, civil, environmental, electrical, mechanical, structural, and construction engineering. We are employee-owned, with our diverse staff of professionals serving clients from ten offices located in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Over the past 50 years of client collaboration, our philosophy remains that every client is unique, and we pledge to support their individual needs and goals. This approach allows us to provide exceptional service, award-winning designs, and comprehensive construction management services, all while acting with respect, honesty, and transparency in all that we do. Our work is driven by the commitment to improve the quality of life for our clients and our communities, and we take great pride that our work has long-lasting positive effects where we live, work, and play. At Clark Dietz, we engineer more than infrastructure. We are engineering quality of life.
About the Role

Description

At Clark Dietz, we're more than an engineering firm. We're employee-owners committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. As an ENR Top 500 design firm with offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, we provide transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical, and construction engineering services that make a lasting impact.


Internship Overview

Clark Dietz internships provide a great opportunity to apply academic learning to real world engineering projects through hands on experience. Interns also participate in group activities throughout the summer to learn about the engineering profession, technical areas, and career paths.

  

As a Construction Engineer Intern, you will assist engineers with construction inspection services on a variety of transportation construction projects for IDOT, Tollway and municipalities. Duties will include assisting inspection and documentation of construction activities, computing quantities, and verifying measurements and layouts on project sites.

Requirements

  •   Students with a declared major in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering are encouraged to apply.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents and research specifications and codes as needed.
  • Ability to perform basic calculations to compute quantities, verify measurements, and organize and analyze data.
  • Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks with guidance from other staff.
  • Good communication and listening skills with the ability to ask insightful questions and learn and apply new skills.
  • Previous experience using CAD software (AutoCad, Civil 3D, Bentley ORD, MicroStation) is desired. Proficiency with MS Office (Excel & Word) is required.
  • Valid driver’s license and vehicle for commuting to project sites is required.


What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive Pay: $20 to $26 per hour, based on experience and academic year.
  • Hands-On Experience: Contribute to impactful projects and gain practical experience.
  • Mentorship: Assignment to an Intern Mentor Pod led by an experienced professional.
  • Networking: Build connections with teammates and leaders.
  • Skill Development: Sharpen your technical and soft skills through project work.
  • Perks: Intern swag kit and safety gear provided.
  • Events: Engage in learning and social activities throughout the summer.


Engineering Quality of Life Starts Here

It’s more than our tagline - It's something we strive to create not only for the communities we serve but also for our employee-owners who make it a reality.


You'll help shape the places people rely on every day - The roads we drive, the bridges we cross, the water we drink, and the public facilities we use. Our work improves everyday life because we're designing infrastructure our own communities depend on.


We think you'll fit right in.

  

To learn more about us and how we are Engineering Quality of Life visit Clark Dietz and explore our Internships website.


Clark Dietz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Key Skills
Civil engineeringConstruction engineeringConstruction inspectionTechnical documentationData analysisAutoCADCivil 3DBentley ORDMicroStationMS OfficeExcelWordCommunicationAttention to detailProblem solving
Categories
EngineeringConstructionTransportation
Benefits
Competitive payHands-on experienceMentorshipNetworkingSkill developmentIntern swag kitSafety gear