Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field.

We are actively looking for a Civil Engineering Intern to join our San Diego office for the Summer 2025 season.

About Moffatt & Nichol :

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight.

For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked first in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.

S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim.

The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas ports and harbors;

coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• 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).
• Perform design calculations and prepare design drafts
• Study, evaluate, and document design criteria; research applicable codes, and present findings to project team for implementation
• Calculate quantities of elements for construction of projects and prepare cost estimates
• Visit project sites if required
• Assist with similar duties in other engineering disciplines assigned by Project Managers

Other duties :

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications :

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• Must be at least a Junior in their Bachelor’s program
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Experience using MicroStation and / or AutoCAD through drafting classes or other CAD experience
• At least one previous related internship preferred but not required
• All new hires will be required to complete and pass a background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• A copy of unofficial transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered for the internship.
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Base salary range :

$25.00 to $32.00 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.

Physical requirements :

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement :

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex / gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law.

Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at (562) 590-6500 or TTY / TDD users please call 711.