Civil/Structural Engineering Intern: Field & Design Rotation

Wells Concrete; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Wells Concrete is seeking an engineering intern to join the Engineering Development Program (EDP). The role provides hands-on experience across quality control, field services, and engineering design in a precast manufacturing setting.

Interns rotate through multiple areas to build technical skills and identify a long-term career path in engineering. Compensation is $25/hr and varies by location and experience.

Qualifications

• Engineering student eager to gain broad hands-on experience across QC, field operations, and structural design.
• Curious, detail-oriented, and motivated to learn how engineering decisions impact manufacturing and construction outcomes.
• Able to work in office, plant, and field environments with strong teamwork and communication.
• Valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Shadow Quality Control technicians and support plant inspection activities
• Perform and assist with concrete testing in laboratory environments
• Learn and use Concrete Vision (CV) or similar production tracking systems
• Conduct pre-pour inspections including formwork checks and readiness verification
• Gain exposure to mix designs, NCRs, and quality metrics
• Pour and evaluate concrete samples for testing and documentation
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives using NCR data
• Shadow field supervisors and assist with layout and jobsite coordination
• Interpret blueprints and communicate work plans to field crews
• Coordinate with dispatch on scheduling, sequencing, and logistics planning
• Support field operations including crew coordination and jobsite problem-solving
• Assist with reporting, documentation, and weekly progress updates
• Follow safety procedures including bracing plans and job-specific requirements
• Work with design engineers on precast product design including beams, double tees, and wall panels

Skills

Engineering student

Detail-oriented

Motivated to learn

Teamwork skills

Strong communication

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering

Tools

Concrete Vision

Job description

Wells Concrete is seeking an engineering intern to join the Engineering Development Program (EDP). The role provides hands-on experience across quality control, field services, and engineering design in a precast manufacturing setting.

Interns rotate through multiple areas to build technical skills and identify a long-term career path in engineering. Compensation is $25/hr and varies by location and experience.