Civil Engineering Internship

VIKA is a full-service Civil Engineering and Site Development consulting firm providing engineering, planning, surveys, landscape architecture, transportation, dry utility engineering, and subsurface utility engineering services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and Northern Florida. Supported by our 180+ staff members, we deliver enhanced resources and expertise to serve our clients' diverse project needs. As a fast-paced, dynamic land development firm, VIKA fosters a team-oriented environment where staff members benefit from comprehensive learning opportunities and advancement potential while being inspired to make independent decisions and excel in a respectful, highly motivating workplace.

Explore the world of civil engineering and site development with an internship at VIKA Virginia, LLC. Gain hands-on experience at a land development firm and contribute to the design and construction of unique and transformative projects. Join us for a comprehensive learning journey.

This is an in-office position based at our Tysons, Virginia office.

We are seeking an engineering intern who is driven and looking for technical growth and advancement in adynamic workplace. The successful candidate will work on various projects and will be part of a multi-disciplined design team that includes civil engineers, planners, landscape architects, and CADD designers, all under the supervision of an experienced professional engineer.  With this internship there will be opportunities to work with our transportation, planning, and landscape departments as well as get some field work experience with our survey team. The successful candidate will work closely with a project engineer assisting/mentoring you in the performance of tasks associated with the preparation of various plan submissions, but are not limited to:

• Project, client and agency meetings
• Roadway design
• Sediment and erosion control design
• Stormwater management design
• Site grading and layout design
• Storm drainage, water & sewer design
• Site planning
• Site inspections & site visits
• Drainage area map preparation
• Channel or pipe flow computations
• Runoff computations
• Storm computation routing
• Vertical curve design
• Sight distance analysis
• Earthwork analysis
• Cost estimating

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What We'reLooking For

• Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to participate
• Basic knowledge and interest in learning AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with MS Office Suite (MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A personal commitment to excellence

What YouCan Expect While You're Part of Our Team

• A mentor to help guide and support your efforts
• Collaboration with staff at all levels, and opportunities to help different teams
• Hands-on experience with real projects
• Insight into the day-to-day operations of a professional engineering practice

EducationalRequirements

• Current enrollment in an Engineering program (BSCE or MSCE)

Benefits

VIKA provides a supportive learning environment where interns gain valuable professional experience. This internship offers competitive compensation and the potential for future employment opportunities for outstanding candidates.

Application Process: Qualified candidates should submit a detailed resume to: employment@vika.com

VIKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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