Civil Field Intern

4 days ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Fishbeck Full time

Build Your Career from the Ground Up with Fishbeck

Are you a civil or environmental engineering student looking to get out of the classroom and into the field? Fishbeck is offering a hands-on internship where you'll work on active construction sites, assist with inspections, and gain real-world experience in infrastructure development. You'll be part of a team that values your contributions and helps you grow — with opportunities available in our Grand Rapids, Farmington Hills, and Lansing, MI offices.

What You'll Work On

  • Help prepare daily reports documenting jobsite conditions and completed work.
  • Assist in verifying that construction meets design and contract requirements.
  • Support engineers and inspectors with Requests for Information (RFIs).
  • Participate in site visits and observe project execution firsthand.
  • Learn how to communicate findings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

What We're Looking For

  • Currently enrolled in a Civil or Environmental Engineering program.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Prior experience in construction, field inspection, or testing is a plus.
  • Comfortable working outdoors and traveling to project sites.
  • Eager to learn and contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects.

Why Intern at Fishbeck?

  • Work on billable, real-world projects—not just shadowing.
  • Receive mentorship from experienced engineers and inspectors.
  • Participate in networking and team-building events.
  • Access tuition reimbursement and support for professional licensure.
  • Many interns return as full-time team members

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application and a member of our Talent Acquisition team—not a bot—will personally follow up with you.

About Us

Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck's services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.



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