Student Civil Engineer Land Development Internship

Company Description

RESPEC seeks a student civil engineering intern for our summer 2025 program in our Fort Myers, FL location.

Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 14 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services. Our six market sectors—Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology—reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence. At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward. We are deeply invested in our employees’ success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.

Job Description

This internship involves all aspects of residential and commercial land-development design and offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in land-use planning, site design, and infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, detail-oriented, and interested in pursuing a career in land development or related fields. Additional responsibilities include:

• Assist in the preparation of engineering studies and reports
• Participate in a variety of technical civil engineering work involving both field and office support of engineering projects
• Perform technical engineering work in assigned areas of responsibility which may include word processing, data entry, CAD and/or GIS exhibits, and design construction drawings.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Engineering student in civil, environmental, or a related science field with interest in Land Development
• Experience of coursework in design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, WaterCAD, StormCAD, ICPR, and GIS
• Experience of coursework in hydrology and hydraulic design
• Ability of doing field work and site visits.

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. The typical salary range for this position is $20 to $25 per hour.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.