About the role#
As a Highways Intern, you will work alongside professional engineers and designers to support transportation projects. You will gain exposure to project coordination, engineering software, and data collection. This role offers the chance to learn from company leaders and recent graduates through mentoring and early career programs.
What you'll do#
- Provide design support for freeway, highway, and roadway projects.
- Assist with signing, pavement marking, utility, and traffic control plans.
- Prepare reports, specifications, construction schedules, and engineer estimates.
- Draft plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley OpenRoads.
- Perform technical writing and quantity calculations.
- Attend and contribute to team and project meetings.
- Work under the direct supervision of a Project Manager or professional engineer.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
- Status as at least a rising Junior.
- A minimum 3.5 GPA.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office programs.
- A previous internship related to your field of study.
- Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Morristown, New Jersey.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $45,000 to $65,000 per year, paid hourly.
About Jacobs
Jacobs provides consulting and technical services across sectors such as transportation, water, and life sciences. The company operates in fields including advanced manufacturing, energy, and environmental planning. It maintains a workforce of approximately 67,243 employees. The headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas.
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