College Intern

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to delivering the future of infrastructure in three key areas of service: Design + Engineering, Planning + Environmental, and Program + Construction Management.

We are currently searching for a talented College Intern to join our West Gulf Region located in Monroe, LA or Baton Rouge, LA.

The ideal candidate will assist their department by performing basic engineering-related tasks including research, development, design and delivery on assigned project(s).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Contributes to the preparation or modification of reports, plans and designs for projects.
• Assists in the preparation of project quantity and cost estimates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in field inspections under the direction of a team leader.
• Perform design calculations and conduct investigative analyses toward completion of assigned. design tasks, and direct preparation of design specifications.
• Perform quantity estimates, detailing and check calculations and drawings.
• Organize scheduling of specific tasks and assignments.

What You Need To Have

• Junior or Senior majoring in Civil Engineering
• Transportation concentration or interest
• An interest in Learning Industry Software. Example, AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
• Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion,
• Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
• Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
• Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
• Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks

• We offer a hybrid workplace which includes remote, hybrid, and in-office positions
• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our President and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“ For nearly a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, President and Chief Executive Officer

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.