Jump-Start Your Career with Mark Thomas
Internship Benefits
Internships offer invaluable opportunities for personal and professional growth, providing hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Interns and new graduates at Mark Thomas work directly on projects from day one, applying theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom to practical situations, enhancing your problem-solving skills and technical knowledge. Internships also help build soft skills, such as communication, problem-solving, and time management. You will get to work and network directly with experienced technical professionals, helping build your network before entering the workforce full-time.
Many of our interns return year after year and/or are offered full-time positions ahead of graduation. Through our internship program, new graduates enter the workforce with an in-depth understanding of the industry and improved technical skills.
Recent/Upcoming Graduates
If you don’t join Mark Thomas through our internship program, we offer a dedicated onboarding and training process for new graduates, designed to support your success. Our entry-level learning paths include structured online courses that equip you with the tools to hit the ground running and grow in your role. You’ll also receive hands-on training from peers, supervisors, and senior technical staff. In addition, we offer monthly live training sessions, open to all team members, covering a wide range of technical and professional development topics.
Types of Opportunities & Roles
- Transportation engineering
- Structures engineering
- Transportation planning
- Landscape architecture
- Land surveying
- Construction management & inspection
- Sanitary sewer engineering
Our interns make a big difference in the work we do, and learn a ton along the way. Hear what some of them have to say.
“Interning at Mark Thomas has been such a rich learning experience because of all the awesome people here who are ready and always willing to help with any questions I have. I also think that it’s pretty cool that I have the ability to learn and dive deeper into any specific topic.”
“During my time as an intern for Mark Thomas, I had the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and gained valuable insights into the industry. I learned how to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world projects, and discovered the importance of teamwork in delivering successful outcomes.”
“My time at Mark Thomas has been nothing short of spectacular. I have been learning more than I ever thought I would, and it's truly been amazing. I can't wait to learn more and grow as an engineer in the making. I am glad I made the choice to start with Mark Thomas, where I feel valued more than I ever have been.”
“Interning here at Mark Thomas has been such a great learning experience. From friendly and welcoming staff, to a very balanced work environment. Everyone seems to be very involved and wants to keep others involved as well. If you ever have any questions, everyone in your department or even in the office is willing to help even if they are busy.”
“Mark Thomas provides a fulfilling, engaging experience, that teaches you so much more about the world of transportation than a classroom ever could. The focus on collaboration, respect, and transparency, along with the amazing and talented people that I get to work with every single day, make this internship worth the time, effort, and opportunity.”
Recruitment Calendar
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The Fall 2025 Career Fair is scheduled for October 10, 2025. The fair will be held from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the University Union Ballroom at Sacramento State. In-Person: Over 1000 well-qualified candidates attend each event. The candidates are students and alumni of the CSUS College of Engineering & Computer Science programs, including Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business MIS, and Occupational Health and Safety. The fair will be held in person at: |
10.10.2025 |
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Connect with Industry Leaders at the SJSU ASCE Fall 2025 Networking Event The SJSU student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) invites all civil engineering students to attend the Fall 2025 Networking Event. This event will take place on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the SJSU Ballroom. This is your opportunity to meet and talk directly with professionals from leading civil engineering companies. You’ll learn about career paths in the industry, discover internship and job opportunities, and gain insight into what companies are looking for in future engineers. Company representatives will be available at designated tables, and their presentations will be displayed throughout the venue. This event is open to all civil engineering students, regardless of class year. Whether you’re exploring the field or actively job hunting, this is a valuable chance to network, ask questions, and make connections that can support your academic and professional goals. For any questions about the event, please reach out to ASCE President Arielle Castro at sjsuasce.president@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there. |
10.20.2025 |
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The UC Davis student chapters of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and The National Civil Engineering Honors Society (Chi Epsilon) invite you to participate in our 12th Annual Civil Engineering Career Fair occurring on Monday, October 27th and Tuesday, October 28th, 2025. The career fair will be held from 10 AM to 3 PM PST at the UC Davis ARC Ballroom A&B. |
10.27 - 10.28.2025 |