Civil Engineer Internship

Job Posted 4/19/2025

Forte Dynamics

Denver, CO

United States

Category Engineering / Architecture

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION: Civil Engineer – Summer Internship
PAY RATE: $18-$25/hour dependent on experience
WORK HOURS: Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm
LOCATION: Onsite Travel Required. Offices in Lakewood and Fort Collins, Colorado.

Job Description:
Forte Dynamics is hiring for an internship position to support our operations. Forte Dynamics is a consulting and engineering firm that specializes in mineral resource and reserve estimation, mine planning, blasting analysis, metallurgy, process design, recovery modeling, basic and detailed engineering, and construction management services.

Opportunity:
Ready to dive into real-world engineering work this summer? Forte Dynamics is looking for an enthusiastic Civil Engineering student to join our team for a summer internship. This is your chance to work alongside experienced senior engineers on engineering projects, including onsite field work. You will be gaining invaluable hands-on experience within mining, construction, and execution. If you're a civil engineer with an interest in civil projects, let's connect!

What You’ll Gain:

Meaningful involvement in all project phases, from initial planning and design to permitting, execution, and operational support.
Direct mentorship from seasoned project managers, actively contributing to project success in terms of quality, schedule, budget, and safety.
Hands-on experience utilizing project control tools to understand and influence project performance.
Collaborative work within multi-disciplinary teams, broadening your understanding of integrated engineering practices.
Exposure to cost estimation processes for diverse engineering projects.
Opportunities to perform and review critical design calculations for civil, structural, and geotechnical aspects.
A taste of the diverse engineering tasks inherent in our multi-faceted projects.
Sharpening your technical communication skills through the review and preparation of reports, technical memorandums, and presentations.
Insight into the procurement process for equipment, supplies, and contracts.
Field engineering and construction quality assurance (CQA) activities during construction and commissioning.
An understanding of prioritizing safety in all design and construction phases.

What You’ll Bring:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Solid foundational knowledge in civil or geotechnical design principles.
Familiarity with geotechnical testing concepts (a plus!).
Strong written and verbal communication skills – you can articulate your ideas clearly.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel
The ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment – we work together to achieve great things.
Excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail – accuracy matters.
Dependability and a strong work ethic – we value your commitment.
An understanding of project management principles.

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