BLUvera Engineering Intern

Mortenson Construction; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson's BLUvera Engineering Intern program offers hands-on Experience with a vertically integrated team delivering prefabricated construction products. As an intern, you will assist on change orders, shop drawings, RFIs, procurement, and scheduling, gaining exposure across preconstruction and coordination meetings.

You will work with engineers, estimators, and field teams to solve real problems, develop professional skills, and contribute from day one while building a foundation for your

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrates ability to work with diverse teams and communicate across disciplines.
• Shows initiative, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete construction change orders and assist with shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs.
• Assist with purchase orders and subcontractor agreements.
• Partner in construction sequencing and schedule maintenance.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and pre-installation meetings.
• Attend subcontractor coordination meetings and assist with correspondence.
• Utilize industry-leading software to support manufacturing for construction processes.
• Handle material procurement tasks.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Initiative

Leadership

Customer service

Organization

Education

Undergraduate construction/civil/mechanical engineering or related degree

Job description

BLUvera Engineering Intern

Join a team that's passionate about building inspiring spaces and pushing the industry forward in smarter, more innovative ways. As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. At Mortenson, we're grounded in offering meaningful work, real career growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter.

We're looking for motivated, adaptable individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with a diverse range of people. If you're proactive, curious, and ready to make an impact while growing your career, check out our opportunities!

As an intern, you'll get hands-on experience right away, working alongside project teams and partners to keep things moving. You'll help solve real problems, stay organized, communicate across teams, and make an impact from day one while building the foundation for your career.

Responsibilities

BLUvera, Mortenson's vertically integrated self-perform manufacturing and prefabrication affiliate, utilizes advanced design, engineering, and 3D modeling to deliver and install prefabricated construction products on Mortenson projects. By utilizing DfMA principles (design for manufacturing and assembly), our BLUvera team leverages technology in the manufacture and fabrication of steel frame wall panels and data center components for our project sites. The BLUvera team continually enhances offerings in prefabricated scopes of work that drive value for Mortenson as a whole.

Highlights of your work as an intern with this team will include:

• Completing construction change orders
• Handling shop drawings, submittals, and the request for information (RFI) processes
• Assisting with purchase orders and subcontractor agreements
• Partnering in construction sequencing and schedule maintenance
• Collaborating with team in preconstruction and pre-installation meetings
• Attending subcontractor coordination meetings and assisting with correspondence
• Utilizing industry-leading technology and software to assist in manufacturing for construction processes.
• Handling material procurement

Program Overview

Our summer intern program (May - August 2027) is designed to give you real, hands‑on experience from day one, working on meaningful projects that directly impact the business. You'll gain exposure to innovative work, build professional skills through development opportunities, and be supported by a team that values your growth. Your ideas matter here, and you'll have the chance to contribute, learn, and make a difference while exploring your career path.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate, four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Have previous related internship experience
• Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate junior
• Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities

The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $18. Students may be paid higher wages based on their year in school.

Please make note

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.