Civil Engineering Intern

The Opportunity

LHB is looking for a motivated Civil Engineering Intern to join our Public Works, Structures, and Survey team. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside engineers, designers, survey professionals, and technical specialists on infrastructure projects that shape communities throughout Minnesota.

You’ll join a multidisciplinary firm with 60 years of experience and a diverse portfolio of public and private work. That breadth gives our people opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, solve complex problems, and contribute to projects that strengthen the communities where we live and work.

How you'll help shape community infrastructure while gaining valuable experience

You will be supporting engineers and project teams in design and delivery of transportation, municipal, utility, and public infrastructure projects. Assist with engineering analyses, plan preparation, field observation, data collection, and technical documentation while gaining practical experience that complements your academic studies.

The projects supported by this position include municipal, county and state projects that often include stormwater, grading, sewer, water service, roads and highways, pedestrian and bicycle facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Junior or senior standing at the time of employment.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Strong interest in transportation, municipal, or public infrastructure engineering.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a project team.
• Successful completion of pre-employment screening requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar software.
• Previous internship, construction, survey, or engineering-related experience.
• Interest in transportation, municipal, stormwater, or utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• MnDOT Technician Certifications or willingness to pursue certification.

Why LHB?

At LHB, we want talented people to come here, learn here, and launch meaningful careers here. For more than 60 years, we've built our company around thoughtful design, strong relationships, technical excellence, and a commitment to making a difference in the communities we serve.

• We invest in emerging talent. Interns are valued members of our project teams and are given meaningful, hands-on work. You'll gain real-world experience, mentorship from experienced professionals, and exposure to projects that help build the foundation for a successful engineering career.
• Learning is part of the job. We believe internships should be more than observation. You'll work alongside engineers, surveyors, planners, and technical specialists while developing practical skills that complement your academic studies and prepare you for the next stage of your career.
• Our values guide how we work. Healthy Relationships, Technical Excellence, Dedicated, and Listen First shape how we collaborate, serve our clients, solve problems, and support one another every day.
• Your perspective matters. We welcome fresh ideas and different viewpoints. As an intern, you'll be encouraged to ask questions, share insights, and contribute to project discussions as part of a collaborative team environment.
• You'll see the bigger picture. Exposure to a variety of projects, clients, and disciplines provides opportunities to broaden your understanding of the engineering profession and discover areas that align with your interests and career goals.
• We care about the communities we serve. Through our projects, volunteer efforts, scholarships, partnerships, and community involvement, we're committed to making a positive impact throughout the regions where we live and work.
• We support balance and flexibility. We recognize that your education comes first. Our goal is to provide a flexible work environment that supports academic commitments while helping you gain valuable professional experience.

At LHB, you'll do more than gain experience. You'll contribute to projects that matter, build relationships with industry professionals, and take meaningful steps toward becoming the engineer you aspire to be.

Location & Flexibility

This position is based in our Duluth, MN or Minneapolis, MN offices with flexibility for hybrid work. Because learning and mentorship is an important part of this role, we’re looking for someone who can maintain a meaningful presence working alongside our team.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base hourly rate for this position is $23- $24.99 per hour. This position is eligible for overtime pay at a rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hours in a given workweek.  The selected candidate’s offer will be based on experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity. LHB offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and development

• Hybrid work environment
• 401(k) matching contributions equal to 100% of your elective deferral rate, up to a maximum of 5% of your pay.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

Interested? Let’s Talk.

Apply today—or connect with us to learn more about the opportunity.

Submittals

• Resume

Closing Date:  December 4, 2026

About LHB

Founded in Duluth in 1966, LHB is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and planning firm that delivers integrated, creative, and high-performance design solutions for buildings, sites, and infrastructure. We specialize in commercial, education, government, healthcare, housing, public works, industrial, and energy projects and maintain four regional offices in Minnesota and Wisconsin. LHB is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace by USA TODAY and the Minnesota Star Tribune, with multiple culture excellence awards across employee experience categories.

LHB does not sponsor applicants for work visas

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