Civil/Highway Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Transportation At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today.

You'll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. YOU are the future of our company. We’ll rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table. You’ll work alongside professional engineers and designers, gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more.

Responsibilities:

• Offer design support on exciting transportation projects

• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and early career professional programs

• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager

• The work may include freeway, highway and roadway design, signing and pavement marking plans, utility plans, traffic control plans, technical writing, quantity calculations, construction documents, and all supporting documentation

• Attend and contribute to project and team meetings

• Support design and preparation of plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley OpenRoads

• Support preparation of reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, and engineers estimate

• Perform other duties as needed

Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

Here's what you'll need

• In pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited program

• Must be at least a rising Junior

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Ideally, you’ll also have:

•3.0 GPA

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD

• A previous internship related to your field of study

• Self-driven time management and organizational skills

• Submitted a cover letter with your resume

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

42,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

62,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $42,000.00 to $62,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on March 25, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
New York	New York	United States
New York	New York	United States