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Federal Intern

CompanyMichael Baker International
LocationSan Diego
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with design, construction documents, plan production, and project cost estimates while coordinating with design technicians. They will also gather background information, review as-built plans, and occasionally visit project sites to report findings to engineers.
Internship Type
part time
Salary Range
$20 - $26
Company Size
205
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
RBF Consulting, a Company of Michael Baker International, LLC, is one of the Nation's leading civil engineering, design, planning, surveying and construction management firms serving public and governmental agencies and private organizations. Michael Baker Corporation (Baker) was founded in 1940 by Michael Baker Jr., attaining recognition as a premiere engineering design and survey firm through superior project performance for the U.S. military, preceding World War II. Today, Baker (http://www.mbakercorp.com) provides professional services to clients worldwide, creating value by delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure and the environment. Headquartered near Pittsburgh, PA, Baker currently has a team of over 3,000 experts with over 100 offices domestically and internationally, and is publicly traded on the NYSE Amex exchange under the symbol, BKR. Services: architecture, aviation, defense, environmental, GIT, planning, homeland security, municipal & civil, pipelines & utilities, oil & gas, rail & transit, transportation, telecommunications, water & wastewater, sustainable design, energy, surface & stormwater quality, downtown revitalization, public outreach & education, Environmental Planning & Regulatory, LEED, land development, urban design, GIS, landscape architecture, CCTV pipeline inspection, traffic engineering, public works, public relations, biological services, conference planning, training, graphic design, multimedia and media arts.
About the Role

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Federal Intern to join the team in our San Diego, CA office. The successful candidate will be provided the opportunity to join a talented group of individuals to help deliver important projects such as follows:

  • Assist with design, construction documents, plan production, maps, basic reports and other supporting documentation. 
  • Assist with gathering background information related to a project site which includes reviewing as-built plans and mapping existing utility service.  
  • Demonstrate the ability to learn various CAD and Microsoft Office programs to produce high quality design documents, exhibits, computations and reports. 
  • Assist with the preparation of drawings such as those needed for land development projects. 
  • Assist with quantities and project cost estimates. 
  • Coordinate with design technicians to ensure timely and accurate deliverables. 
  • Assist with document preparation for regulatory agencies to obtain required permits. 
  • Assist with preparation for client and project meetings. 
  • Attend internal project meetings and participates as necessary. 
  • Occasionally visits project sites, and reports findings to Engineers and/or Project Managers. 
  • Other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s degree-seeking program, majoring in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Minimum of two years completed coursework towards degree of study
  • Strong technical and communication skills with a commitment to quality
  • Computer skills include Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD Civil 3D

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $26 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. 


Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Key Skills
Civil EngineeringAutoCAD Civil 3DMicrosoft OfficeBluebeamDesign documentationProject cost estimatesTechnical communicationRegulatory permittingSite mappingAs-built plan review
Categories
EngineeringConstructionConsultingGovernment & Public Sector