Civil Engineering Intern, FED/IRV

About the Role

Civil Engineering Intern - Federal Solutions

Jacobs is seeking a driven and curious Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Irvine, CA. You will support projects for Federal Civilian and Department of Defense (DoD) clients, gaining hands-on experience alongside experienced professionals. This role contributes to improving communities, strengthening infrastructure, and supporting mission-critical facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support traditional site civil engineering tasks, including site layout, grading, utility design, stormwater management, and watershed analysis.
• Assist in developing site plans, grading plans, and utility plans in accordance with federal design standards.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical documentation.
• Support designs that meet regulatory requirements and client specifications.
• Gain exposure to project planning, design coordination, and engineering best practices.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the full project lifecycle.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges.
• Build technical and professional skills.
• Collaborate with team members across disciplines.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program for Civil Engineering.
• Previous relevant internship experience.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel.
• United States Citizenship.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Desire to continuously learn and grow.

Ideally You’ll Also Have:

• Previous experience with a government agency, municipality, corporate engineering, or consulting firm.
• Familiarity with land development projects.
• 3.0+ GPA.