The majority of our
interns became full-time employee-owners
At LJA, our internship program jumpstarts your career through real-world projects and collaboration with industry experts. You’ll benefit from mentoring and training programs that develop your skills while experiencing our dynamic culture. With our blend of professional growth and an exciting work environment, an LJA internship is more than a summer or fall job—it’s an investment in your future.



GROWTH
We’re proud to have a dynamic team full of young professionals who bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the table. We’re not just looking for seasoned experts; we’re actively seeking recent graduates and young talent who are eager to grow with us. Our goal is to mentor and mold the next generation of LJA employee-owners, helping them build successful and fulfilling careers from the ground up.


Thriving at LJA
At LJA, we offer mentorship, training, and opportunities for professional development to show our dedication to the growth of our interns & young professionals. These programs are designed to accelerate your career growth, enhance your skills, and increase your industry knowledge. By investing in you, we show our commitment to your long-term success.
Ashley Portillo
”The intern program at LJA has been meticulously planned, with weekly sector presentations, volunteer opportunities, software training, and site visits that fully expose interns to the everyday tasks of engineers. In my time working here, I have found that everybody at LJA is very welcoming and kind. LJA’s intern program has significantly expanded my knowledge of civil engineering, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of it.”
My experience at LJA, from the interviewing process to full-time work, was phenomenal.
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Professional Experience & Development
- CAD training and design contributions to active projects
- Site visits & hands-on experience/projects
- Support and direction from licensed professionals
- Panel discussions
- Shadowing opportunities
- Sector presentations
- Communication training
- Mentorship opportunities
Additional Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) vesting starts on internship start date
- Exposure to our leadership and experienced professionals
- Support and resources for obtaining professional licenses
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Priority consideration for full-time positions
Become a full-time Employee-Owner
Our goal is to provide interns with the skills and opportunities they need to seamlessly transition into full-time roles at LJA. Many of our past interns have successfully stepped into positions in Engineering, Environmental Science, Planning/Landscape Architecture, and Surveying. Becoming an employee-owner at LJA goes beyond gaining hands-on experience—it’s about working hard, having fun, and making a real investment in your future.
Additional benefits for Employee-Owners:
- Professional licenses/certifications support (ex. PE, RLA, AICP, etc.)
- Continued education opportunities & tuition re-imbursement
- Generous paid time off with annual rollover
- Three medical insurance plan choices; two dental insurance plan choices, vision insurance

Learn more about our internship program!

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Daneiva Allevato
Talent Acquisition Manager -
Rylee Holt
Recruiting Specialist -
Matthew Jackson
Recruiting Coordinator -
Kim Mendez
Recruiting Coordinator