Civil Engineering Intern (Spring / Summer 2027)

Location: New York, NY, United States Department: Baker Job Family

Shape the Future of Transportation Infrastructure

Michael Baker International is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Civil Engineering Interns to join our team for the Spring/Summer 2027 Internship Program in our New York, NY; Newark, NJ; or Pennington, NJ offices.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside industry-leading engineers, planners, architects, and construction professionals on some of the most impactful transportation and infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey and New York. Internship opportunities are available in the following practice areas:

Highway Design

Bridge Design

Geotechnical Engineering

Traffic Engineering & Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Construction Services

Electrical Engineering

Please indicate your preferred office location and area of interest on your resume.

Why Michael Baker?

At Michael Baker, interns are treated as valuable members of the team and are given meaningful project responsibilities that contribute to real-world solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals, develop technical and professional skills, and gain exposure to projects that improve mobility, safety, and quality of life for the communities we serve.

In addition to project experience, our internship program offers a comprehensive professional development experience, including:

Welcome and networking events

Mentorship from senior technical professionals and leaders

Opportunities to explore multiple engineering disciplines

Senior leadership meet-and-greet sessions

Field visits and project tours

Mock interviews and resume coaching

Professional development workshops

Final intern presentations showcasing your accomplishments

End-of-program recognition and celebration

While our primary focus is recruiting for the Spring/Summer 2027 internship class, qualified candidates may also be considered for immediate part-time opportunities based on experience and availability.

Application Timeline

We will begin reviewing applications in October 2026, with selections for the Spring/Summer 2027 internship program expected to be made in November 2026. We encourage interested candidates to apply early for consideration.

Responsibilities

As a Civil Engineering Intern, you will work closely with project managers, engineers, and technical specialists to support a variety of transportation and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities may include:

Assisting with engineering analyses, calculations, and technical documentation

Supporting the preparation of drawings, plans, exhibits, and visual presentation materials

Contributing to CAD and design production activities

Collecting, organizing, verifying, and analyzing project data

Assisting with project coordination, field activities, and construction-related tasks, as applicable

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative engineering solutions

Performing assignments under the guidance of experienced engineering professionals

Qualifications

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university

Minimum of one year of completed engineering coursework

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Strong written, verbal, organizational, and analytical skills

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Passion for transportation infrastructure and engineering excellence

Preferred

Coursework in Highway Design, Transportation Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Geotechnical Engineering, or related disciplines

Experience with Microsoft Office applications

Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or other engineering design software

Experience with OpenRoads Designer is a plus

Prior internship, co-op, or relevant project experience is a plus

Strong presentation and technical documentation skills

Compensation

The anticipated hourly pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including education, qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and work location.