Civil Engineering Intern - Rotational Program - Summer 2025

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Civil Engineering Intern interested in a Rotational Program to join our Seattle office.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Will rotate in various civil engineering duties including:
  • Civil Waterfront and Ports:
    • Participate in the design and preparation of documents for civil site development and Port improvements (site layout, grading, storm water, erosion control, utilities, and other infrastructure systems)
    • Assist and support designs and construction projects by studying project concept, architectural drawings, and models
    • Assist the preparation of engineering designs by collecting and studying reports, maps, drawings, aerial photographs, and tests on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and related topographical and geologic data
    • Create feasibility study by analyzing engineering design, conducting environmental impact studies, and assembling data
  • Coastal:
    • Analyze the coastal environment and forcings for coastal project sites, including potential impacts of climate change and sea level rise
    • Contribute to the design for various coastal projects and project elements including shore stabilization, dredging plans, shoreline restoration, marina design, breakwaters, jetties, and navigation channels
    • Apply coastal models to study waves, currents, and sediment transport
    • Assist with coastal engineering design, including living shorelines, shoreline stabilization, flood resiliency projects. Tasks may include preparing engineering plans, specifications, and quantity estimates
    • Assist with the design of deep draft navigation channels, including vessel simulations
    • Apply various computer models to simulate floating vessels & structures (e.g., container ships, cruise ships, or oil tankers) to support marine terminal design efforts
    • Prepare calculation for wind waves, scour protection, revetment design, wave run-up, and wave forces on structures
  • Structures:
    • Perform analysis and design of waterfront structures, inspection of waterfront structures and other maritime project tasks
    • Structural analysis of marine structures, including but not limited to piers, wharves, bulkheads, seawalls, offshore platforms, mooring and berthing dolphins, catwalks, utility support structures, drainage structures, retaining walls, towers and foundations
    • Design of timber, steel, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, aluminum, and composite materials
• Perform design calculations and prepare design drafts
• Study, evaluate, and document design criteria, research applicable codes, and present findings to project team for implementation
• Calculate quantities of elements for construction of projects and prepare cost estimates
• Visit project sites if required
• Assist with similar duties in other engineering disciplines assigned by Project Managers

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • Must be at least a Junior in their Bachelor's program
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Experience preparing drawings/detailing plans using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD through drafting classes or other CAD experience
• EIT certification preferred
• At least one previous related internship preferred but not required
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Base salary range:

$25.00 to $31.00 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.

Physical requirements:

of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (US). We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

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