Civil Engineering Intern

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 24 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

The right team is more than an advantage, it’s a game changer! Come work with a team of engineering professionals dedicated to excellence at Coffman Engineers San Diego Office.

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and quality-oriented individual with an interest in engineering to join our team as a Civil Engineering Intern for the Summer of 2027. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of post-secondary education in an accredited civil engineering program.

Eligibility Requirements

Expected hourly wage of $$25.00 - $30.00, hourly rate is based on education and experience.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Requirements

Enrolled as a full-time student in an engineering program at a nationally recognized, accredited university.; Two years of required courses completed towards an undergraduate engineering degree.

Nice to have

Ability and willingness to learn new tasks.; Strong written and verbal communication skills.; Detail orientated and organized with excellent time-management skills.; Working knowledge and experience with AutoCAD (including Civil3D), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

47 years in business; 900+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 24 locations; Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management; Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021; Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2022; Top Workplace (Small), The San Diego Union-Tribune, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025; Best Places to Work (Large), San Diego Business Journal, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025; “The List” for Engineering Firms, San Diego Business Journal, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025