Assistant Project Engineer Intern - Henry Ford College

Cagayan State University; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Career development

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Cagayan State University in Dearborn, MI invites a paid internship focused on construction project coordination. You will support project managers and field teams with documentation, scheduling, and daily coordination on active projects.

You will review drawings, track progress, assist with RFIs and submittals, participate in on-site meetings, and help ensure safety and timely procurement. This role offers hands-on learning and routes to professional growth in construction management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in building construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with leadership ability.
• Proactive problem-solving and self-starter mentality.
• Strong work ethic and deadline awareness.
• Ability to see the big picture while focusing on details.
• Comfort with technology and willingness to learn new software.
• Must be able to work full-time.
• High emotional intelligence and rapport-building with diverse individuals.
• Proficiency in construction management software like ProCore, ViewPoint, or Microsoft Project.
• Passion for innovation and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project documentation, scheduling, and daily activity coordination.
• Review drawings and specs for alignment with goals and standards.
• Track progress with daily logs, deliveries, and completed work.
• Attend on-site meetings to observe problem-solving and decision-making.
• Prepare RFIs and submittals to meet milestones.
• Support safety by reporting on-site conditions.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers for procurement and logistics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Proactive problem-solving

Self-starter mentality

Work ethic

Big-picture thinking

Tech-savviness

Leadership by example

Pro Core proficiency

ViewPoint proficiency

Microsoft Project proficiency

Passion for innovation

Education

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in building construction management, civil engineering, or related field

Tools

ProCore

ViewPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support project managers and field teams by assisting in project documentation, scheduling, and coordination of daily activities.
• Review project drawings and specifications to ensure alignment with project goals and compliance with industry standards.
• Track and document project progress, including daily logs, material deliveries, and work completed.
• Participate in on-site meetings to gain exposure to real-time problem-solving and decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation of RFIs (Requests for Information) and submittals to ensure project milestones are met.
• Contribute to maintaining project safety standards by observing and reporting on-site conditions.
• Engage with subcontractors and suppliers, supporting procurement and logistics activities.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in building construction management, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities with the capability to lead by example.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a self-starter mentality.
• A strong work ethic with dedication to meeting deadlines.
• Ability to see the big picture while focusing on details.
• Comfort with technology and a willingness to learn new software.
• Must be able to work full-time.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to build rapport with diverse individuals.
• Proficiency in construction management software like ProCore, ViewPoint, or Microsoft Project.
• A passion for innovation and problem-solving.

Compensation & Benefits

• This is a paid internship position.
• Autonomy to make informed decisions and contribute to project success.
• Career development with tools and resources to support professional growth.
• Engagement in diverse and challenging projects for continuous learning.

Career Progression

The internship provides a foundation for a successful career in construction by offering meaningful work experience and professional growth opportunities.