Civil Engineer Intern, Summer 2027

Job overview

The Civil Engineer Intern role is a full-time, in-person internship based onsite in either Roseville or San Francisco, California, with an expected rate of $23–$25 per hour. KPFF’s Northern California Civil team works on engineering design and infrastructure challenges. The intern works alongside civil engineers on active projects, supporting planning, analysis, design, and construction-related work. Assignments provide practical experience connecting classroom concepts to project needs and client goals.

What you'll do

• May support civil engineering plans, exhibits, calculations, and technical documentation
• assist with site planning, grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility design
• use AutoCAD and Civil 3D to prepare or update drawings
• gather project information
• participate in meetings and coordination
• assist with field visits.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

civil engineer intern

summer 2027

roseville ca

san francisco ca

kpff

$23–$25/hr

civil engineering

autocad

civil 3d

infrastructure design

full-time internship

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible work hours, generous benefits, professional development, and a collaborative work culture.

Why this role

Summer 2027 internship; approximately 40 hours per week onsite five days per week, with flexible hours between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; prior internship or professional engineering experience is not required; no visa sponsorship.

About the employer

KPFF Consulting Engineers is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.