ENGINEERING INTERN SUMMER 2027
Wilmington, NC, United States18h ago
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- Wilmington, NC, United States
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Engineer Intern Summer 2027– Job Description
Position Title: Engineer Intern Department: Operations / Engineering
Location: Wrightsville Beach Bridges/ Wilmington, North Carolina
Position Summary
The Engineer Intern supports project teams in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities. This position provides hands-on experience in field and office engineering functions, offering exposure to scheduling, estimating, quality control, safety, and cost management. The internship is designed to provide practical experience to students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with daily project documentation including field reports, quantity tracking, and progress photos.
Support engineers and superintendents with layout, surveying, and verification of field measurements.
Participate in project planning and scheduling activities using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
Help prepare and review submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), and change order documentation.
Observe and support quality control and safety inspections.
Assist in maintaining project logs, drawings, and as-built documentation.
Participate in weekly coordination and subcontractor meetings.
Perform material take-offs and cost tracking for assigned work packages.
Support project closeout activities, including punch list and documentation review.
Learn and apply company policies, safety practices, and construction standards.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management,
or a related field.
Minimum sophomore-level standing or equivalent coursework in construction or engineering fundamentals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); exposure to AutoCAD or Bluebeam preferred.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Willingness to work in both field and office settings.
Learning Objectives
Gain hands-on experience in project engineering, field supervision, and construction management.
Understand the project life cycle, from preconstruction through project closeout.
Develop technical and leadership skills aligned with company core values and operational excellence.
Build a foundational understanding of safety, quality, and cost management in heavy civil construction.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in both field (outdoor construction site) and office environments. May require travel or relocation to project sites. Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
Additional Information
This is a temporary, full-time summer or semester-based internship. Performance during the internship may be considered for future full-time employment opportunities.
Position Title: Engineer Intern Department: Operations / Engineering
Location: Wrightsville Beach Bridges/ Wilmington, North Carolina
Position Summary
The Engineer Intern supports project teams in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities. This position provides hands-on experience in field and office engineering functions, offering exposure to scheduling, estimating, quality control, safety, and cost management. The internship is designed to provide practical experience to students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with daily project documentation including field reports, quantity tracking, and progress photos.
Support engineers and superintendents with layout, surveying, and verification of field measurements.
Participate in project planning and scheduling activities using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
Help prepare and review submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), and change order documentation.
Observe and support quality control and safety inspections.
Assist in maintaining project logs, drawings, and as-built documentation.
Participate in weekly coordination and subcontractor meetings.
Perform material take-offs and cost tracking for assigned work packages.
Support project closeout activities, including punch list and documentation review.
Learn and apply company policies, safety practices, and construction standards.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management,
or a related field.
Minimum sophomore-level standing or equivalent coursework in construction or engineering fundamentals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); exposure to AutoCAD or Bluebeam preferred.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Willingness to work in both field and office settings.
Learning Objectives
Gain hands-on experience in project engineering, field supervision, and construction management.
Understand the project life cycle, from preconstruction through project closeout.
Develop technical and leadership skills aligned with company core values and operational excellence.
Build a foundational understanding of safety, quality, and cost management in heavy civil construction.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in both field (outdoor construction site) and office environments. May require travel or relocation to project sites. Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
Additional Information
This is a temporary, full-time summer or semester-based internship. Performance during the internship may be considered for future full-time employment opportunities.