Intern, Civil Engineering in Lexington, Kentucky at Gray AES
Job Description
US-KY-Lexington
Job ID: 2026-5515
Type: Gray AES
# of Openings: 1
Category: INTERN
Gray AES
Overview
Gray AES is looking to add a Civil Engineering Intern in our Lexington, KY office for Summer 2027.
Responsibilities
Why Gray AES?
Gray is a family-owned, fully integrated global service provider specializing in engineering, design, construction, digital, equipment manufacturing, and real estate services. Deeply rooted in EAC services, Gray serves both domestic and international customers across our core markets:Food & Beverage,Manufacturing,Automotive,Distribution,Mission Critical, andCommercial. At Gray, our purpose is to make a positive difference in people's lives and build a better future.
Gray AES, the professional services arm of Gray, is a top-ranked firm offering architecture, engineering, and automation services across the globe. Made up of multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and project managers, these collaborative teams work every day to provide unique, customized solutions for our customers. It’s the spirit of our people – the passion, commitment, and a great team environment – that makes our company a great place to work.
Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Who we want… (Requirements)
• Pursing Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is preferred.
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles, including site layout, grading, drainage, and utility coordination is preferred.
•Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel); exposure to Bluebeam or stormwater modeling software is a plus.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
•Capable of independent research with guidance by senior team members.
•Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
•Energetic, self-motivated, and committed to professional development.
•Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Must comply with safety requirements, including wearing appropriate PPE (hardhat, safety glasses, ear protection, and work boots) during site visits.
Qualifications
What we expect… (Essential Functions)
• Assist in the development of civil design drawings and specifications, including site plans, grading, and utility layouts.
• Support the compilation and analysis of site data, such as topography, access, utilities, and zoning regulations.
• Help prepare basic calculations for earthwork, drainage, and utility quantities under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in the preparation of field reports, submittals, and RFIs, maintaining logs and documentation.
• Use Civil3D software to create 2D and 3D models of infrastructure components, with support from senior designers.
• Assist in site visits and field observations to collect data and verify design accuracy.
• Assist in reviewing civil codes and standards for compliance and prepare documentation for internal and external review.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and consultants to support design coordination and project execution.
• Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Periodic overnight travel to visit jobsites where the ability to traverse undeveloped terrain may be required.
While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear. They may occasionally be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
Generally, normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Overtime may be required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
EEO Disclaimer
Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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