Skip to content Skip to main nav
  • Log in
  • Sign up
St. Martin's diamond emblem
Saint Martin's University
Donate
Make an Appointment in Handshake
  • People We Serve
    • Undergraduates
    • Graduate Students
    • Alumni
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Employers
    • Family and Legal Guardian
  • Our Services
  • Career Exploration
    • Arts, Media & Communications
    • Business Management & Administration
    • Counseling
    • Education & Training
    • Engineering
    • Finance
    • Government & Public Administration
    • Health Science
    • Information Technology
    • Law & Policy
    • Marketing
    • Nursing
    • STEM
  • Career Planning
    • Create a Resume / Cover Letter
    • Expand your Network / Mentor
    • Explore your Interests / Self Assessment
    • Find Funding Opportunities
    • Negotiate an Offer
    • Prepare for an Interview
    • Prepare for Graduate School
    • Search for a Job / Internship
  • Affinities/Identities
    • ASSMU, Clubs, & Leadership
    • Athletics
    • Black, Indigenous, & People of Color (BIPOC)
    • First Generation
    • International
    • LGBTQIA+
    • Students with Disabilities
    • Veterans
    • Women
  • About
    • About Us
    • Meet the Team
  • NEWS & ADVICE
  • JOB & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
  • ALUMNI CONNECTIONS
  • VIRTUAL INTERNSHIPS
  • CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS
  • CAREER RESOURCES
  • CAREER VIDEOS
  • SAINTS BEYOND

Civil Engineering

Location: United States
Experience Type: Virtual Experience
  • Share This: Share Civil Engineering on FacebookShare Civil Engineering on LinkedInShare Civil Engineering on X

Design What You Don’t See: Water, Sewer, and Storm Systems in Action

Welcome to the LJA Civil Engineering – Land Development Simulation!

We are thrilled to have you here.

LJA Engineering is a leading civil engineering firm with a reputation for designing the unseen infrastructure that keeps communities running — from storm drainage systems to water networks and roadway layouts. With offices across the southern U.S. and a wide range of multidisciplinary teams, LJA is known for its commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and collaborative project delivery.

During this program, you’ll step into the shoes of a junior civil engineer and complete tasks that replicate the work our land development team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in:

Utility layout design using Civil 3DInterpreting client vision and site constraintsInfrastructure planning for water, sewer, and drainageConstruction-ready plan preparation

We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options — and a potential future at LJA Engineering.

This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

Skills Learned:

  • Intro & Scenario
    Background context and your project team
  • Foundations of Land Development Engineering
    Build the foundation before you design the site

    • Site Analysis
    • Infrastructure Management
    • Requirements Analysis
    • Site Planning
    • Role Clarity
  • CAD-Based Practice Project
    From Concept to Construction: Bring a Client’s Vision to Life in CAD

    • CAD Drafting
    • Requirements Interpretation
    • Engineering Standards
    • Template Usage
    • Construction Documentation
  • Finish Line

Experience Information

Sponsor
LJA
Learn More
Hannah MontgomeryForage logo
Forage Showcase your skills. Find your career fit.
facebookinstagramlinkedintiktoktwitter

Contact & Location

Phone
360-688-2835
Email
careers@stmartin.edu
Website
http://www.stmartin.edu/careercenter
Address

O'Grady Library
Lower Level
5000 Abbey Way SE
Lacey, WA 98503

Career Service Hours

M Monday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
T Tuesday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
W Wednesday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
TH Thursday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
F Friday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
Phone
360-688-2835
Email
careers@stmartin.edu
Website
http://www.stmartin.edu/careercenter
Address

O'Grady Library
Lower Level
5000 Abbey Way SE
Lacey, WA 98503

Blog Instagram LinkedIn
  • Alumni Connections
  • Blog
  • Events
  • Experiences
  • Job Market Trends
  • Jobs & Internships
  • Resources
  • Meet the Team
Privacy Policy | Terms of Service
Copyright © 2026 Saint Martin's University
Powered by uConnect