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Barr Engineering Co. · 11 hours ago

Internship – Civil Engineer (Hybrid)

Minneapolis, MN

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$22.66/hr - $28.90/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking a civil engineering intern to join their Minneapolis team. In this hybrid role, the intern will support the Engineering and Design business unit by working on project teams involved with civil engineering tasks such as design, drafting, data collection, and construction inspection.

ConsultingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design: completes site development designs

Technical: civil design and analysis; AutoCAD/Civil 3D drafting and design; field sampling and data collection; preparation of construction plans and specifications; spreadsheet preparation; short report preparation; laboratory testing; and construction inspection and observation

Communication: demonstrates strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients

Interpersonal savvy: effectively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships

Qualification

Civil engineeringAutoCADCivil 3DField samplingConstruction plans preparationLaboratory testingSpreadsheet preparationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Ongoing enrollment in a civil engineering degree or related degree program and has completed at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics

Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship

Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software

Possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Preferred

Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D or other CADD-based civil design software

Previous engineering, field, or geotechnical experience

Completion of at least one semester of upper-division engineering coursework

GPA of 3.2/4.0

Benefits

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities