Civil Engineer Internship Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

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This role is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.

We are seeking a motivated Civil Engineering Staff to join our growing team in Vancouver, WA. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are eager to expand their technical skills while working on a wide variety of public and private projects. You will collaborate with licensed engineers, project managers, and specialists in land surveying, environmental engineering, and natural resources, contributing to the design and delivery of infrastructure projects that make a lasting impact in the community.

• Receive direction on engineering tasks and maintain active communication with project managers.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments and prioritize work with input from project managers and professional engineers.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic team environment involving multiple engineering disciplines and project types.
• Preparation of construction documents for both public and private infrastructure projects.
• Prepare written technical reports to document roadway and stormwater design decisions in accordance with local, state and national standards.
• Prepare accurate stormwater models to evaluate stormwater conveyance, treatment, and detention requirements.
• Prepare utility designs for stormwater, municipal water and sanitary sewer systems
• Deliver engineering design projects using Autodesk Civil 3D software.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Experience working in a Civil Engineering related field
• Aptitude to be able to perform civil engineering design tasks associated with municipal public works projects and/or private development projects
• Flexibility and creativity in project approaches and openness to learn and develop your career
• Knowledge of stormwater analysis strategies and techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Represent yourself and the company in a professional manner

• Proficient skills in AutoCAD and Civil 3D highly desired.
• Obtained Engineer in Training (EIT) license or ability to obtain within one year
• Familiarity with HydroCAD stormwater modeling software
• Relevant internship or previous professional experience.

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Engineer 1- Staff Engineer

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Annual Expected Pay Range: $72,000 — $77,000 USD

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