Civil Engineer Intern

leidos· 00068 LEIDOS ENGINEERING INC
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📍 Chicago, ILFull time💰 USD 48K–87K

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Job Description

Leidos continues to expand its operations, and seeks a highly motivated, Civil Engineer Intern in our Chicago, IL location. This strategically important position will have a large impact on an already successful organization. Successful candidates must comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget. This position will be a member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and CAD technicians and will work with client standards to implement engineering designs. 

The Civil Engineer Intern will be responsible for design and planning related activities associated with electric transmission, and substation civil/structural facilities. This includes assisting on projects with transmission line and substation civil/structural modeling, evaluating corresponding structures, hardware and foundations. Responsibilities will also include preparation of supporting construction documentation and plans. 

Responsibilities under direct supervision of a staff engineer will include: 

  • Create substation civil/structural calculations

  • Design supporting foundation structures

  • Develop Bill of Materials based on design criteria 

  • Applying the minimum requirements of the National Electrical Safety Code to the design processes

  • Working with client standards to implement design 

  • Assist development of standards for clients as needed

  • Working with a designer/drafter to create the required drawings for each project

Required Education and Experience: 
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering degree program with an emphasis in Structures:

Note: Must have completed, at a minimum, (1) course in structure analysis, (1) course in steel design/or concrete design, and (1) foundation/or geotechnical course.
• Knowledge of transmission and substation civil/structural design is a plus 
• Ability to meet deadlines 
• Team player who can work effectively in team environment 
• An individual with initiative that can work with limited supervision 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required when interfacing with clients and staff 
• Detail oriented 
• Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments 
• High level of computer competency 

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

September 8, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Civil Engineer Intern role at leidos?
The listed salary for this Civil Engineer Intern position at leidos is USD 48K–87K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Civil Engineer Intern position at leidos located?
This Civil Engineer Intern role at leidos is based in Chicago, IL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Civil Engineer Intern role at leidos full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Civil Engineer Intern role in the 00068 LEIDOS ENGINEERING INC department at leidos.
Which team or department does the Civil Engineer Intern at leidos belong to?
This Civil Engineer Intern position is part of the 00068 LEIDOS ENGINEERING INC department at leidos. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Civil Engineer Intern position at leidos?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to leidos's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Civil Engineer Intern job at leidos posted?
This Civil Engineer Intern position at leidos was posted on Sep 8, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Civil Engineer Intern
leidos · 💰 USD 48K–87K
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