Civil Engineering Intern – Summer 2026

Moffatt & Nichol

The Role

Overview

Civil engineering intern designing waterfront infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • site design
  • interdisciplinary design
  • site visits
  • cost estimation
  • design calculations
  • code research

Tasks

-Participate in the design and preparation of documents for waterfront civil site development (site layout, grading, storm water, erosion control, utilities, and other infrastructure systems) -Assist with design of waterfront facilities with other disciplines (coastal, structural and Inspection/Rehabilitation) -Visit project sites if required -Assist with similar duties in other engineering disciplines assigned by Project Managers -Calculate quantities of elements for construction of projects and prepare cost estimates -Study, evaluate, and document design criteria; research applicable codes, and present findings to project team for implementation -Perform design calculations and prepare design drafts

Requirements

  • civil engineering
  • junior
  • microstation
  • autocad
  • gpa 3.0
  • internship

What You Bring

-A copy of unofficial transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered for the internship. -At least one previous related internship preferred but not required -All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171 -Pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Civil Engineering -Must be at least a Junior in their Bachelor’s program -Experience using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD through drafting classes or other CAD experience -Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

The Company

About Moffatt & Nichol

-Grew from a Long Beach startup to a global advisor with offices across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. -Ranks top in marine and port engineering, designing major container terminals, marinas, and shoreline protection. -Delivers iconic bridges, rail, and freight solutions, merging structural and transportation engineering. -Leads water-resources innovation with waterfront parks, aquatic habitat restoration, and storm risk reduction. -Expands into energy, rail, inspection, rehabilitation, and urban waterfront planning worldwide.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial Services

Ports

Planning

Design

Technology

Bulk Terminals

Dry Bulk Processing

Liquid Bulk Processing

Financial Analysis

Feasibility Studies

Engineering

Trade-off Studies

Equipment Selection

Bid Comparisons

Master Plans

FEED (Front End Engineering Design)

Simulation

Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC)

Construction Support

Marine Terminal Planning

Intermodal Rail Planning

Cargo Delivery Systems

Transportation Infrastructure

Roadway Design

Hydraulic Design

Stormwater Management

Resiliency and Climate Adaptation

Security Clearance

-pre‑employment background check required (nist 800‑171 compliance). -must successfully complete and pass the background check after offer.