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Sargent & Lundy Civil Engineer Intern - Energy & Industrial Group in Chicago, Illinois
Description
Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.
As a Civil Engineer Intern, you will be assigned to work with civil project engineers and assist them in the execution of project work. These projects typically involve the site related design of wind and solar renewable energy projects, nuclear or fossil fuel power plants, electrical substations, or other heavy industrial facilities.
Working under the direction of experienced civil engineers and with multi-disciplined project teams, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Civil Engineering in one or more of the following areas:
Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
Assist in evaluating mass earthwork cut and fill quantities and site grading layouts.
Assist in preparing layouts for stormwater and sanitary drainage systems.
Assist in layout of plant roadways and trackwork systems.
Assist in developing pond and landfill system designs relating to raw water, wastewater, and coal ash management.
Work with civil project designers to accurately portray designs in project 3-D models and on design drawings.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
Must have an expected graduation date in Winter 2025 or Spring 2026 toward a BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
Solid understanding of basic civil and geotechnical engineering concepts.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
Prior, related internship or co-op experience is preferred.
Knowledge of any of the following software programs: Civil 3D, StormCAD, PondPack, MicroStation, and AutoCAD.
Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$47,000 - $53,000
About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
Awards & Recognition
CityChicago
StateIL
CountryUnited States
Area of InterestEngineering
TypePart Time - Temporary
Job ID2025-14057
Business GroupEnergy & Industrial Group
DepartmentCivil Engineering Support Services