Civil Engineering Internship

2 hours ago

Mount Carmel, Illinois, United States Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick Full time
If you thrive on new challenges and want to make meaningful contributions to real-life projects, why not make your first career step an internship with HLR?

Are you a Junior or Senior in an accredited Civil Engineering program? Our robust internship program will introduce you to real-world engineering projects in the transportation industry. HLR strives to grow our intern's knowledge of the engineering industry by providing practical, educational opportunities to participate in the daily operations of our company and to observe how the industry works firsthand. As an intern, you will assist with active roadway construction projects and will be exposed to the wide-range of services that our firm has to offer. Please note that our internships are for students who are currently in school. All students must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Founded in 1965, Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm headquartered in Elgin, IL with additional offices spanning across the state of Illinois. HLR is a leading provider of professional consulting engineering, environmental, and surveying services, serving public agencies and private-sector clients throughout the Midwest.

We believe that our team and award-winning Work Hard | Have Fun | Give Back culture are what draw employees and clients to our firm and are proud to be named the number one 2025 A/E/C Employer of Choice by PSMJ Resources, Inc., based on our workforce retention, productivity, and superior level of employee engagement. Additionally, HLR received the 2024 Premier Award for Client Satisfaction by PSMJ Resources, Inc. - the only award recognizing the A/E/C firms that deliver a truly exceptional client experience.

At HLR, our culture and team are paramount to our success. We've built an incredible atmosphere that attracts bright, driven, caring individuals who sincerely want to make a difference in the industry. We are truly a team in every sense: we're mentors and collaborators who believe in supporting one another as we work together to achieve our goals. We're passionate about employee development, evidenced by our Pathways to Success program - a specialized roadmap to career advancement - as well as the time and resources we dedicate to employee training and education. We challenge ourselves, celebrate accomplishments big and small, and focus on fostering a positive, synergetic environment where individuals can thrive professionally and personally. By joining our team, you are joining us on our mission to make a measurable impact in the communities which we live and work each and every day. Together, we can redefine excellence.

On any given day, you'll:
  • Assist on various construction projects
  • Gain experience reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications
  • Measure and document quantities
  • Receive instruction on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions from professional engineering staff
  • Be exposed to design engineering, land surveying, traffic engineering, and structural engineering projects, as available
Qualifications:
  • Junior or Senior enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Ability to work from late-May through mid-August
Desired Skills and Experiences:
  • Previous internship or experience with construction, municipal, roadway, traffic, or structural experience is beneficial
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Physical Demands:
  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
  • Ability to sit, walk, reach, crouch, bend, and walk or stand on uneven surfaces for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 30 lbs.
  • Constant hand, finger, and arm use
Internship positions for 2026 are currently available to Juniors and Seniors studying Civil Engineering. Sophomores will be considered with previous internship experience. This internship opportunity will be posted until all positions are filled. Internship positions are available at our Elgin, Springfield, and Mt. Carmel, IL locations.

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