Civil Engineering Intern
OneEnergy RenewablesMadison, Wisconsin
Internship
Posted February 4, 2026
$25 - $25/hr
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Job Description
The Civil Engineering Intern assists in designing and developing site civil features for utility-scale solar energy facilities, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure designs meet regulatory requirements and optimize project efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in designing civil engineering features for solar energy facilities, including grading, access roads, and support structures
- Collaborate with electrical engineering team to optimize array layouts considering site challenges
- Format drawing plansets and maintain AutoCAD templates, including completing redlines based on reviews
- Review and interpret geotechnical and wetland delineation reports
- Produce cut-fill plans and quantities using AutoCAD Civil 3D to meet slope and foundation requirements
- Develop stormwater management and erosion control plans, including SWPPP
- Research jurisdictional requirements related to DOT, utility, stormwater, and erosion control regulations
- Read and interpret project documentation to ensure compliance with permits and site requirements
Requirements
- Enrolled in a BS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited university
- Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
- Exposure to HydroCAD preferred
- Experience with HEC-RAS or Flo2D modeling preferred but not required
- Experience with Google Earth or other mapping GIS tools, as well as the use of online and public resources such as federal state county databases
- Technology savvy with advanced computer skills, including experience using some form of Computer Aided Drafting or GIS
- Hands-on experience in construction or land development
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of integrity and organizational capacity to manage time and prioritize
- Self-motivated with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability
- Ability to contribute to a team working environment
- Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to travel and access sites of varying locations, with the potential for frequent travel
- Must have a roll up your sleeves and let’s get the job done right attitude
- Demonstrated qualities of integrity, credibility, and professional responsibility
Benefits & Perks
Compensation: $25 per hour
Work schedule: Full-time during summer
Work environment perks: Offices in Madison, WI or Seattle, WA
Additional benefits: Opportunities for travel, collaborative team environment, involvement in renewable energy projects, professional development in civil engineering and environmental engineering
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