We are seeking a Design + Planning Intern to join our team for Summer 2026. In this role, you will assist with data review, research codes and standards, help develop layouts, design concepts, and detailed drawings. You will use industry software, such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D, to generate drawings, reports, and other deliverables. You will also support your team in keeping projects organized and see firsthand how designs move from concept to completion. If you want to apply your engineering knowledge from the classroom to real projects, then WithersRavenel is where you belong.
Internships are paid, full-time roles from mid-May through early August, with opportunities in our Raleigh office. A housing stipend is also provided for the summer session.
Why WithersRavenel?
When you intern with us, you’re not just joining a firm – you are joining an employee-owned company where your voice matters, your work is valued, and your internship is yours to shape. We are committed to providing a hands-on and meaningful learning experience to our interns. Here, you will find:
- Real-world project experience
- A professional network of industry experts
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- Flexibility to thrive – balancing your internship with your life outside of work
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Interested in applying classroom learning to real-world projects
- Detail-oriented, organized, and ready to collaborate
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Microsoft Office is a plus
Working Conditions
The assignment may require infrequent evening/weekend work and job site visits outdoors. Candidates should enjoy working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.
Physical Requirements
The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.