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Internship Program Start Your Career at MacKay

Gain real-world experience, learn from professionals in your field, and contribute to meaningful work that supports clients and communities.

Our internship program is in honor of one of MacKay’s founders, Richard Sposito and reflects his belief in mentorship, technical excellence, and investing in the next generation of professionals. Inspired by those values, the program gives students meaningful experience, supportive guidance, and the opportunity to begin their careers with confidence.
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Explore

Discover projects that shape communities.

Work on real projects that support clients and communities while gaining practical experience aligned with your field of study. You’ll experience what it’s like to work at a multidisciplinary infrastructure and environmental consulting firm while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact.

Explore

Discover projects that shape communities.

Work on real projects that support clients and communities while gaining practical experience aligned with your field of study. You’ll experience what it’s like to work at a multidisciplinary infrastructure and environmental consulting firm while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact.

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learn

Build your skills alongside experienced professionals.

The best way to learn is by doing.

Throughout the program, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your success. You’ll receive mentorship, collaborate with project teams, and continue building both technical and professional skills through experiences such as:

  • Lunch & Learns
  • Technical Presentations
  • Leadership Discussions
  • Project & Field Site Visits
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Community Engagement Activities
  • Cross-disciplinary Learning Experience
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learn

Build your skills alongside experienced professionals.

The best way to learn is by doing.

Throughout the program, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your success. You’ll receive mentorship, collaborate with project teams, and continue building both technical and professional skills through experiences such as:

  • Lunch & Learns
  • Technical Presentations
  • Leadership Discussions
  • Project & Field Site Visits
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Community Engagement Activities
  • Cross-disciplinary Learning Experience
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contribute

Make an impact from day one.

You’ll do more than observe.

Interns are trusted to contribute to active projects, support project teams, and see how their work makes a difference. Whether you’re in the office, in the field, or collaborating with colleagues across disciplines, you’ll gain meaningful experience while helping deliver solutions for our clients and communities.

contribute

Make an impact from day one.

You’ll do more than observe.

Interns are trusted to contribute to active projects, support project teams, and see how their work makes a difference. Whether you’re in the office, in the field, or collaborating with colleagues across disciplines, you’ll gain meaningful experience while helping deliver solutions for our clients and communities.

Three construction workers in safety vests survey and dig at a dirt excavation site
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Grow

Launch your career with confidence.

An internship is just the beginning.

Throughout the program, you’ll build relationships, expand your professional network, connect with leaders across the company, and gain experience that prepares you for the next step in your career.

At MacKay, we believe meaningful careers begin with meaningful experiences—and we’re committed to helping the next generation of professionals grow with confidence.

Intern SpotlightKenny Mattos

MacKay Intern, Vancouver

“My favorite part of working with MacKay has been the variety of jobs and crew mates. There was a great mix of construction staking, topo, and monument search that grew my understanding of the profession as a whole. I would tell future interns that while this job isn’t easy, it can be a fun and rewarding challenge and can allow for great professional relationships and growth in technical experience. I gained many tangible skills throughout my internship that will benefit me in my future career.”

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Intern SpotlightMackenzie Cline

MacKay Intern, Wenatchee

“If another student or graduate was considering an internship at MacKay, I would recommend them to go through with it, as it provides great experiences professionally and personally. My favorite part has been the office atmosphere and learning about the variety of projects that we work on. It has also been fun to connect with the community. I’ve enjoyed working on everything. Having both office and field tasks keeps me engaged on every project, and you never know what the day will bring.”

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Intern SpotlightCarson Pippen

MacKay Intern, Fort Collins

“If given the opportunity, I would highly recommend interning and working for MacKay to other students. My internship has helped me grow professionally by teaching me applicable professional skills that will benefit me not only in my future work but also through school as well. One project that I have enjoyed working on this summer was running and writing a report on a dam flood model in HEC-RAS. I was able to be with the project through most of the process and developed skills in HEC-RAS modeling, GIS, Excel, and technical writing.”

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Intern SpotlightElise Steffen, PE

Transportation Manager / Intern Manager

“Our interns are curious, asking questions about things we sometimes take for granted and forcing us to really think about why we do things the way we do, allowing us to grow as much as they do. I’ve always felt that MacKay cares about our emerging professionals and is willing to make the long-term investment to help them grow. We provide opportunities to attend conferences and training courses to promote networking opportunities and continuing education, and we have a culture of internal training where employees support each other.”

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Intern SpotlightFernando Rojas

MacKay Intern, Chicago

“I would tell anyone considering an internship at MacKay that their experience here would be immensely valuable in helping them grow and understand their career. My internship has taught me how to be more organized, by being exposed to the amount of detail and planning that goes into each project at every stage. I expected to learn a lot, but I didn’t anticipate the degree to which I’d be able to develop my CAD skills at MacKay. This internship has taught me a significant amount that I wouldn’t have likely been exposed to through schoolwork alone.”

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Intern SpotlightNoah Shearer

MacKay Intern, Vancouver

“My favorite part of the MacKay internship has been working with and getting to know all the different people within the survey crew. I would tell another student that it is a great experience to learn and widen your skillset. My internship has helped me grow professionally by exposing me to the typical work environment of a surveyor and the challenges that can arise in the field. I have learned to love the challenges and unexpected places I get to explore that comes with the job as a land surveyor.”

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Program at a Glance

The summer internship program at MacKay is 10-12 weeks long. While available disciplines, locations, and opportunities may vary each year, typical internship opportunities include:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Land Surveying
  • Corporate Services

Recruiting Timeline

  • Applications Open

    SEPTEMBER
    Each fall for the following summer's internship program

  • Campus Recruiting

    SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER
    Career fairs & university recruiting take place throughout the academic year

  • Interviews & Offers

    OCTOBER - DECEMBER
    Qualified candidates are contacted as positions become available

  • Summer Internship

    MAY - AUGUST
    Selected interns participate in a 10–12-week internship experience

Frequently Asked Questions
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Your Future Starts Here

Interested in an internship at MacKay but don’t see an opportunity that’s right for you? Complete the form below to share your contact information with our Talent Acquisition Team and stay informed about future internship opportunities.

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