Logo of Huzzle

2024 Summer Intern - Civil Engineering Technology

image

TKDA

Apr 9

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Saint Paul

Requirements

  • Undergraduate pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, or related field.
  • Working knowledge of Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills with an ability to ask questions, engage in discussions with team members, and coordinate development of construction documentation through collaboration with others.
  • Attention to detail and demonstrated ability or organize and prioritize design tasks.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
  • Ability to work outdoors on active construction/project sites, carry up to 50 pounds of surveying equipment, walk over rough terrain, and standing for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to travel locally as needed for project assignments, team meetings, site visits, etc.
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
  • Advantageous Qualifications:
  • Prior experience developing construction documentation for various site grading, civil utilities, and general site projects.
  • Previous experience conducting topographic surveys and processing field data to develop CAD drawings.
  • Previous experience performing construction observation and/or survey operations including operation of instruments, recording and interpretation of data, and staking.

Responsibilities

  • As a member of our team, you will work alongside a passionate group of civil engineering professionals – including engineers and technicians and become engaged in a variety of active projects for small general aviation airports, large international hub airports, and military bases, which include the rehabilitation and construction of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, roadways, NAVAIDS, fueling facilities, and security enhancements.
  • While working on these projects, you will prepare preliminary and final designs from a collection of sketches, plans, specifications, and written and verbal instructions using Civil 3D and AutoCAD. You will also assist with performing calculations for project dimensions and elevations as well as compute and tabulate quantities. On occasion, you may have the opportunity to visit a project site to conduct conditions or site assessments or to assist with construction administration responsibilities by conducting surveys, observing construction operations, performing inspections, and maintaining progress reports.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
201-500
Employees
1910
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Established in 1910, TKDA is a 100 percent employee-owned company of engineers, architects, planners, and specialized experts. We solve client challenges across the industrial, transportation, building + sites, and water markets. Our multi-disciplined teams form a strong firm, cohesive enough to draw on each other’s strengths and versatile enough to adapt to changing business climates. We are committed to improving communities, helping businesses and industries grow, and building long-term client relationships. With offices in Chicago, Duluth, Saint Paul, San Bernardino, and Seattle, we work with clients from border to border and coast to coast.