Assistant Project Engineer Intern: Build Real-World Impact

Christman Company; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christman Company is offering an internship program in Sterling, Virginia for Assistant Project Engineer Interns this summer. The program provides exposure to different building types and delivery methods while gaining on‑the‑job experience in our markets.

Ideal candidates are active Sophomores to Seniors pursuing civil engineering or construction management with a 3.0 GPA or higher and prior internship experience in commercial construction.

Qualifications

• Active, full-time Sophomore–Senior level student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Previous work or internship experience in the commercial construction industry.
• Shows participation and/or leadership roles in student organizations or extracurricular club activities.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative and technical support to the project team.
• Assists with RFI, document control and management, creation and tracking of submittals, cost tracking, and schedule updates.
• Assist in summarizing discussions and decisions from project meetings.
• Reads through specification books to ensure compliance and quality.
• Assist the Project Manager with inspections and documenting readiness.
• Update contract drawings to reflect approved changes and ensure updates.
• Assist Superintendents with daily reports and progress/quality photos.

Skills

Civil engineering

Construction management

RFI management

Document control

Submittals tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

The Christman Company is offering an internship program in Sterling, Virginia for Assistant Project Engineer Interns this summer. The program provides exposure to different building types and delivery methods while gaining on‑the‑job experience in our markets.

Ideal candidates are active Sophomores to Seniors pursuing civil engineering or construction management with a 3.0 GPA or higher and prior internship experience in commercial construction.