Civil Engineering Intern

WATER PRACTICE

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 10 water firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals that provide innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle.  We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, permitting, and construction support services. Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern, Water Resources/Environmental for Spring/Summer 2026 in our New York, NY, Newark, NJ or Hamilton, NJ offices.

This internship offers the opportunity to join a team of experienced civil and structural engineers, architects, planners and construction professionals. The successful candidate will demonstrate creative problem-solving, organizational skills, strong production capabilities, and a good understanding of design, construction documents and constructability. This position will provide support on a variety of civil transportation projects in New Jersey and New York.

Please note: We will begin responding to applications in November at the latest. Please submit an application if you would like to be contacted regarding these internship opportunities. Our spring/summer 2026 internship class selections will be made in December. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids
• Assist project managers and engineers with various tasks
• Draft details and make minor ACAD revisions
• Work under the supervision of a project manager or a senior level team member
• Assist with data collection, input, verification and manipulation

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Currently enrolled in good academic standing and pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering at an accredited University or College; minimum of 1 year of coursework completed
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• College level engineering courses in Civil Engineering with a focus in Highway/Roadway, Structures, Environmental, Water Resources, Transportation Planning, and/or Construction Management.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office. AutoCAD or MicroStation design software is preferred
• Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $25 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.