Engineering Intern, Students)

About the Role

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is seeking an Engineering Intern to support ongoing projects in the Charleston, SC office. This internship provides students the opportunity to prepare reports, site plans, permit documents, and construction schedules, and to work on a variety of projects and assignments. Managers and colleagues will assist in the intern's development and learning process.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply technical skills to routine projects with minimal supervision.
• Direct technicians for the accurate and efficient production of engineering documents for routine projects.
• Execute cross-discipline checks and coordination.
• Review complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Recognize and report risk management issues to the Project Engineer as appropriate.
• Assist in learning the needs of assigned clients.
• Understand the profession’s ethical obligation to clients and public welfare.
• Assist with reviewing and defining scope of work issues with consultants and contractors.
• Work across disciplines and office locations to fully utilize firm experiential knowledge.
• Assist others with technical mentoring.
• Recognize the role as a team player.
• Represent the firm in all aspects of projects and assignments to prospective employees, clients, and the communities served.
• Respond to common inquiries from clients or regulatory agencies.
• Prepare reports and technical memorandums with oversight and supervision by the Engineer-of-Record.
• Effectively present information in oral and written formats.
• May direct or coordinate the work of technicians and others who assist in specific assignments.
• Continually participate in Individual Development planning and programs.
• Provide input to improving project delivery processes and standards.
• Contribute to Client Services team.
• Actively participate in local professional societies.
• Participate in community service activities and understand implications of involvement.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• AutoCAD software (working knowledge required).
• Civil3D experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• A/E or EPC experience is a plus.
• Foundations of Engineering Certificate (EIT) is a plus.

Work Environment

• FIELD: 20%
• OFFICE: 80%
• This position requires work in an office environment and in the field.
• Fieldwork may involve exposure to various weather and temperatures, pollutants, chemicals, insects, and possibly water-borne pathogens.
• Employees are required to wear appropriate protective clothing and gear when performing fieldwork.