Land Development Internship Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Apex, NC

Looking for an opportunity to get your foot in the door with an engineering team that will invest in your growth?

We're seeking an ambitious, hands-on Entry-Level Engineer who is eager to learn, enjoys being in the field, and wants to build a long-term career in engineering and construction-related services. This role is ideal for someone early in their career—whether through school, internships, co-ops, construction experience, or related engineering exposure—who is ready to roll up their sleeves, learn from experienced professionals, and earn increasing responsibility over time.

If you're the type of person who takes initiative, asks questions, enjoys solving problems, and wants to be part of a close-knit team where hard work and attitude are recognized, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

• Get hands-on field experience early in your career.
• Learn directly from experienced engineers and project managers.
• Gain exposure to environmental, civil, construction, stormwater, wastewater, and site development projects.
• Work in a role that combines outdoor field work with technical engineering experience.
• Join a team where your attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn matter as much as your experience.
• Be part of a company where growth is earned and career advancement opportunities are available for those who take initiative.
• Build a strong foundation that can lead to project management, technical leadership, and professional licensure opportunities.

This position offers a unique blend of field and office experience, with a strong emphasis on gaining practical, real-world engineering exposure.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with site investigations, field reconnaissance, and construction observations.
• Perform field data collection and site assessments.
• Support stormwater, wastewater, and environmental engineering projects.
• Assist with site grading, volume calculations, and engineering analyses.
• Work alongside project managers and senior engineers to solve project challenges.
• Support environmental and civil engineering projects for both government and private-sector clients.
• Prepare calculations, documentation, reports, and project deliverables.
• Travel to project sites throughout the region as needed.
• Learn the engineering, permitting, design, and construction process from project kickoff through completion.

We're less focused on finding someone with years of experience and more interested in finding the right attitude.

You might be a great fit if you are:

• A early-career professional or graduate (recent) in Civil, Environmental, or Construction Engineering.
• Someone with internship, co-op, field, construction, or relevant hands-on experience.
• Interested in environmental and civil engineering projects.
• Comfortable working both outdoors and in an office environment.
• A self-starter who takes ownership of their work.
• Resourceful, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Someone with a "go-getter" mentality who is willing to put in the effort to develop professionally.
• Excited by the idea of building a career rather than simply finding your next job.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• Internship, co-op, academic project, or early-career experience in engineering, environmental services, construction, or a related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment.

• EIT certification or plans to pursue FE/EIT certification.
• Exposure to AutoCAD.
• Coursework or experience related to environmental compliance, remediation, land development, stormwater, wastewater, or site development.
• Interest in pursuing professional licensure in the future.

This opportunity is designed for someone who wants to learn by doing.

Someone who isn't afraid to spend time in the field.

Someone who enjoys being outside, asking questions, and tackling new challenges.

Someone who understands that the best careers are built through consistency, curiosity, and effort.

If you're looking for a place where you can gain hands-on experience, work alongside supportive mentors, and create a clear path for long-term professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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