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Kimley-Horn

Civil Engineer

Miami, FL · On-site

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  • Retirement

Kimley-Horn's Miami, Florida (FL) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of experience to ... Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. * Professional Development:

Kimley-Horn

Civil Engineer

Miami, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Overview Kimley-Horn's Miami, Florida (FL) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of ... Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. * Professional Development:

US Department of the Army

$50K/yr

This position serves as a Civil Engineer within the assigned District, specializing in a ... student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$50K/yr

This position serves as a Civil Engineer within the assigned District, specializing in a ... student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer ...

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Civil Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site +1

$77K - $101K/yr

This position serves as a Civil Engineer within the assigned District, specializing in a ... student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer ...

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How much do freelance civil engineer student jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance civil engineer student in the United States is $73,528.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Civil Engineer Student vs Civil Engineering Intern?

AspectFreelance Civil Engineer StudentCivil Engineering Intern
CredentialsEnrolled in civil engineering program, some coursework completedTypically enrolled in civil engineering program, may have some coursework completed
Work EnvironmentSelf-directed projects, remote or on-site, flexible hoursStructured internship, supervised by professionals, on-site or office-based
Employer & Industry UsageIndependent, freelance basis, often for small projects or consultingCompany or firm-sponsored, part of training program
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for freelance opportunities or project-based workSeeking internship or entry-level experience

In summary, a Freelance Civil Engineer Student works independently on projects, often remotely, and manages their own schedule, while a Civil Engineering Intern is typically part of a structured program within a firm, gaining supervised practical experience. Both roles involve students in civil engineering but differ in work setting and supervision.

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Civil Engineer

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

$50K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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28th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
This position serves as a Civil Engineer within the assigned District, specializing in a comprehensive range of civil engineering disciplines including Operations, Civil/Structural Design, Construction, Project Management, Operations & Maintenance, Cost Engineering, and Geotechnical Engineering.
Qualifications:This job announcement will fill multiple vacancies at the full performance levels (FPLs) of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. In your application, select the duty locations and corresponding FPL grade levels you want to be considered. Applicants selected at the FPL are not eligible for promotion to a higher grade without competition or a valid non-competitive eligibility. This is not a developmental job announcement.
Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering. The program must: lead to a degree in a school with at least one program accredited by ABET. Degree must be documented on a transcript.
OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards - GS-0800 Series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#0800
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirement listed below at each grade level:

Experience Requirement:
For GS-11: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes Design development and engineering analysis, OR construction support and quality assurance, OR conducting site investigations and analysis and incorporating findings into planning documents, OR coordinating projects and providing technical guidance within one of the areas of Civil Engineering: Design and Planning, Construction Management and Oversight, Structural Engineering, Water Resources and Hydraulics, Geotechnical Engineering, Project Management and Coordination, OR Operations and Maintenance. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
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Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as civil, structural, materials engineering.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.
For GS-12: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: applying advanced civil engineering principles to develop design plans and specifications within one of the areas of Civil Engineering: Design and Planning, Construction Management and Oversight, Structural Engineering, Water Resources and Hydraulics, Geotechnical Engineering, Cost Engineering, Project Management and Coordination or Operations and Maintenance OR construction contract administration and oversight, OR coordinating projects and providing project management of projects spanning investigations, design, construction, and operations & maintenance. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).
For GS-13: One year of specialized experience which includes: performing professional civil engineering work that involved leading the design, technical analysis, and planning of complex infrastructure, site development, or facility construction projects; developing comprehensive technical requirements, including scopes of work, cost estimates, and project schedules for internal or contracted professional services; conducting detailed technical reviews of engineering designs, plans and specifications to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance with established industry standards; coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and ensure project completion within established budget and resource constraints; and serving in a senior-level role providing expert-level advice, mentorship and guidance spanning investigation, design, construction and O&M phases of projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience to qualify. For this job at the GS-12 or GS-13 level you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/Employment Type: OTHER

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