Field Services Internship - Summer 2026 - Civil Engineering (Lincoln, NE)

Field Services Internship (Lincoln, NE)

At E & A Consulting Group, Inc. ("E&A"), we take pride in being an engineering, planning, and environmental firm dedicated to excellence. With offices in Omaha, NE, and Lincoln, NE, we have built a close-knit, family-oriented community fueled by strong values and a team of highly talented individuals. Our commitment to employee development is the cornerstone of our success, fostering a work environment that embraces innovation. Join us and become a part of Engineering Answers - not just a statement but a reflection of who we are – it's what we do.

E&A's Internship Program Details

E&A’s Internship Program is designed to provide students with real-life working experience and to expose our professionals to the talent of the future. The program also provides our professionals with a chance to coach those who will help shape tomorrow’s industry workforce.

E&A interns are provided with structured activities in addition to gaining exposure to the day-to-day workings of the departments that they support and the roles that these groups play in our industry.

Learn More here: https://eacg.com/careers/internship-program/ 

Description

We are seeking a Field Services Intern in our Land Survey and Construction Department in our Lincoln office for our 2026 Summer Internship Program. Our Survey Department supports our Civil Engineering department with topographic, ALTA, and boundary surveys using the latest technology. Our Construction Management Team focuses on ensuring adherence to plans and specifications, satisfying testing requirements, observation, coordination of staking services, charging of working days, writing change orders, creating and approving progress payment estimates, and utility and public coordination. The ideal candidates for this team will be self-starters with the ability to communicate effectively with team members. 

Additionally, these candidates will:

• Gain exposure to the day-to-day workings of the Survey & Construction Management Department
• Serve as a member of a survey crew performing fieldwork on civil engineering, construction, and general surveying projects
• Learn how to maintain and operate all the instruments and equipment needed to complete surveying tasks
• Assist with onsite observations of current projects
• Demonstrate safety practices and behaviors on project sites
• Complete reports on construction activities and provide records of changes
• Perform in many outdoor developed and natural environments
• Receive hands-on learning experience through project work, job shadowing, and interaction with leadership

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s program for Construction Management or Civil Engineering
• Sophomore standing with required coursework completed in May 2026
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office
• Demonstrate problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively work independently
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record & reliable vehicle

Preferred Qualifications:

• Junior standing with required coursework completed in May 2026
• Demonstrated experience in Land Survey or the Construction Industry 

E&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, genetics, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.