Civil Field Engineering Inspection Intern (Summer 27)

RS&H, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H, Inc. in Houston is seeking a Civil Field Engineering Inspection Intern for Summer 27 to join our CEI team.

You will gain hands-on experience in field inspections, data collection, and reporting while learning the full life cycle of transportation projects. The ideal candidate is pursuing an ABET-accredited civil/construction engineering degree, demonstrates strong communication, and can work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing ABET-accredited civil/construction engineering related degree.
• Able to work independently with supervision and in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good driving record with a valid driver’s license.
• Physically able to sit/stand, lift up to 50 lb and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Support inspection teams with field inspections.
• Verify dimensions of prepared and completed work.
• Collect and prepare data for evaluation.
• Perform engineering with computer-assisted software and equipment.
• Prepare reports for site operations activities, including materials used and completed work.
• Provide support to engineering and project management associates.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Motivated

Reliability

Education

ABET-accredited university program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RS&H, Inc.

Civil Field Engineering Inspection Intern (Summer 27)

US-TX-Houston (CM)

Job ID: 2026-8345

# of Openings: 3

Category: Construction Inspection & Contract Administration

Houston - CM

Overview

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms whose associates work hard every day to create a more connected future where everyone can thrive. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to our core values of: integrity, caring, forward-thinking, creativity, inclusivity, and ownership.

Responsibilities

While RS&H was founded in 1941, we have been providing construction management services as one of our primary business practices since 1984. RS&H’s Transportation-Construction Management Practice serves numerous state departments of transportation, mobility/transportation authorities, turnpike/toll authorities, rail/port authorities, municipal/county governments, and private clients throughout the United States. Our Construction Engineering and Inspections (CEI) teams as well as our Construction Management teams are industry leading experts who provide a full range of construction engineering, program management, specialized testing, and inspection services from the preconstruction phase through maintenance and operations. By joining our team, you too can provide unique expertise in the full life cycle of transportation delivery, and lead the evolution of transportation.

• Support inspection teams with field inspections
• Verify the dimensions of prepared and completed work
• Collect and prepare data for evaluation
• Perform engineering with the use of computer-assisted engineering software and equipment
• Prepare reports for site operations activities, including materials used and completed work
• Provide support to engineering and project management associates

Position Details

As a Civil Field Engineering Inspection intern, you will collaborate with and be mentored by top engineering associates on our team while gaining hands-on experience and a better understanding of the Transportation Construction Management profession. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, be a team player, and be enthusiastic, motivated, honest, and dependable.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related program at an ABET-accredited university
• Ability to work independently with general supervision as well as within a collaborative team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Good driving record with a valid driver’s license
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, bend, twist, or stoop frequently and for prolonged periods, under various outside conditions
• Ability to reach horizontally as well as vertically for required tasks
• Ability to use construction or inspection safety equipment, including fall protection
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and shake up to 20 pounds

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or related experience

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