Land Development Engineering Intern

Interested in exploring a career in land development with hands-on mentorship from experienced professionals? J2 is looking for Land Development Engineering Interns to join our team.

J2 is a multidisciplinary engineering, landscape architecture, and surveying firm serving Northern Virginia. We invest in our people through mentorship, professional development, team events, and opportunities to work on meaningful projects. Our portfolio includes high-profile private and public developments throughout the DMV.

J2 is located in Virginia, with opportunities in Herndon, Leesburg, Arlington, and Dumfries.

Responsibilities:

Working alongside project engineers, you’ll support land development projects from initial concept through construction administration. Our work spans residential communities, mixed-use developments, commercial projects, and educational facilities, giving you exposure to a range of project types and design challenges.

You will:

• Help develop engineering solutions using local, state, and federal design standards and regulations.
• Support the preparation of rezoning and entitlement applications, preliminary plans, and site and subdivision plans.
• Assist with open and closed storm drainage systems, including stormwater management.
• Contribute to water and sanitary sewer system design.
• Help ensure plans comply with zoning ordinances, proffers, and applicable facility standards.
• Assist with erosion and sediment control plans and measures in accordance with state criteria.
• Create technical drawings and documents in AutoCAD using Carlson Design software.

At J2, Interns have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and build a strong foundation for long-term career growth. We provide hands-on experience, mentorship, professional development, and exposure to multiple areas of civil engineering and project delivery.

• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program in Civil Engineering, or an equivalent curriculum, at an ABET-accredited university.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning and collaborating with a team.