Project Engineering Intern Jobs in Wayne, NJ (NOW HIRING)

RVE, an Ardurra Company, is seeking a Civil/Municipal Engineering Intern in our Secaucus, NJ office.

This candidate will work under general supervision and perform assignments of limited scope that require the application of standard engineering techniques in carrying out a sequence of related tasks. Projects may include municipal infrastructure, roadway and site design, stormwater management, drainage improvements, utility design, and related public infrastructure projects.

Primary Function:

Under moderate supervision, the Civil/Municipal Engineering Intern performs engineering assignments that will involve supporting municipal and civil engineering projects, technical documentation, design tasks, data collection. The Intern will gain exposure to working with municipalities, public infrastructure projects, engineering software, and the overall design and development process. The Intern is expected to demonstrate growing technical skills, initiative, and reliability in supporting project teams.

Primary Duties:

• Under supervision, performs entry-level civil engineering duties, gaining exposure to municipal infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
• Assists with civil and municipal design tasks, including roadway, drainage, stormwater, utility, water, wastewater, and site improvement projects.
• Supports engineers with project data collection, basic engineering calculations, reports, specifications, schedules, and other project documentation.
• Assists with preparing plans, exhibits, maps, and other design documents for municipal and infrastructure projects.
• Supports engineers in coordinating with municipalities, utility companies, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Assists with reviewing civil drawings, plans, specifications, and project documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Supports field investigations and site visits to document existing infrastructure and site conditions.
• Applies basic knowledge of civil engineering principles to contribute to project deliverables and municipal improvement projects.
• Gains experience using engineering and design software to assist with drafting, plan preparation, calculations, mapping, and project documentation.
• Supports project teams with various technical and administrative assignments as needed.
• Develops an understanding of applicable municipal, local, state, and federal regulations, design standards, and engineering practices.
• Gains exposure to the municipal project process, including working with municipalities from initial planning and design through permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Specific activities vary by assignment and project needs.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Interest in civil engineering, municipal infrastructure, and working with local government agencies and municipalities.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively with a team of professionals and independently.
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles, site development, infrastructure, and/or municipal systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or other engineering/design software is preferred but not required.

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun.  We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.  

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