Cal Poly - CE/ENVE Fall Career Fair - Intern

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is headed to Cal Poly!

We're excited to connect with the next generation of engineers! Tetra Tech is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join our team in San Luis Obispo, California.

Our team supports a diverse mix of civil infrastructure projects for federal, municipal, commercial, and private clients. From stormwater management and drainage improvements to complete streets, transportation facilities, and water and sewer infrastructure, you'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a variety of engineering disciplines.

This internship offers an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects, develop technical design skills, and learn directly from experienced engineers and project managers while exploring potential career paths in civil engineering.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

 Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary

As a Civil Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and project managers to support the planning and design of civil infrastructure projects.

You'll gain exposure to engineering design, technical calculations, construction documentation, and permitting processes while contributing to projects involving grading and drainage, stormwater management, water and sewer utilities, complete streets, and active transportation facilities.

This is an opportunity to strengthen your technical foundation, become familiar with industry-standard engineering tools, and experience what it's like to work on a collaborative engineering team.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with civil engineering design activities, including:
  • Site grading and drainage design
  • Stormwater management and erosion control
  • Water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems
  • Hydrologic and hydraulic calculations
  • Complete streets, bikeways, and pedestrian improvements
• Support the development of engineering drawings and design documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software.
• Assist with basic engineering calculations, data analysis, and technical research.
• Support preparation of engineering reports, construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Help evaluate design alternatives and identify potential engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers on multidisciplinary projects.
• Assist with permitting documentation and regulatory research.
• Participate in field visits, site assessments, and survey or mapping activities as needed.
• Perform work in accordance with established engineering standards, quality procedures, and safety practices.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Foundational understanding of civil engineering principles gained through academic coursework.
• Interest in civil infrastructure design, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, transportation, or water and wastewater systems.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn new engineering software, technical processes, and design practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, designers, and multidisciplinary project teams.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.