2027 Spring Co-op - Land Development
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Listed
- 2 days ago
About the role
Pape-Dawson is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern in our Louisville, Kentucky office for the spring 2027 semester. The Engineer Intern will focus on land development and support project teams under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), assisting with design tasks on a variety of infrastructure projects within residential or commercial land development. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with design tools, technical documentation, and project coordination within a collaborative engineering environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist project managers and engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates under supervision
- Develop and evaluate design alternatives by analyzing basic engineering parameters, project objectives, and constraints
- Analyze key design features to ensure alignment with project purpose, technical requirements, and applicable standards
- Utilize computer-aided engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) to produce drawings, exhibits, and supporting documents
- Support the preparation of technical reports, memoranda, and engineering studies using company-approved formats
- Participate in site visits, field activities, construction observation, and data collection as assigned
- Assist with redlines, submittals, preparation of exhibits, and record (as-built) drawings
- Engage in progressively more complex design tasks as experience, proficiency, and technical understanding develop
- Assist in the design and preparation of plans for residential, commercial, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts
- Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to support constructability and compliance with project requirements.
- Support permitting and coordination activities related to land development projects
- Additional related duties as needed
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
- Familiarity with engineering principles, practices, and procedures
- Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Adaptable and flexible in managing shifting priorities and deadlines
Additional information
Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading civil engineering and professional services firm. Our engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, archaeologists, data analysts, and construction management professionals work together to achieve our shared success: designing and delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects for our clients that make an impact on the communities we serve.
If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at or call.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
From Pape-Dawson's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 8, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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