Civil/Structural Engineering Intern: Field, Precast & Design

Wells Concrete; Hillsboro (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wells Concrete is offering a Civil/Structural Engineering internship within the Wells Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Texas. You’ll rotate through quality control, field services, and engineering design, gaining exposure to precast manufacturing and structural design while working with Professional Engineers and field leaders.

You’ll participate in concrete testing, learn production tracking systems, and support field operations, layout, and documentation to develop technical and

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering.
• Interest in precast concrete, structural design, and construction operations.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and construction drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Shadow Quality Control technicians and assist plant inspection.
• Perform concrete testing in laboratory environments.
• Learn and use Concrete Vision 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 using NCR data.
• Shadow field supervisors and assist with layout and jobsite coordination.
• Interpret blueprints and communicate work plans to field crews.
• Assist with survey and layout equipment to verify alignment and installation accuracy.
• 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

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering

Job description

Wells Concrete is offering a Civil/Structural Engineering internship within the Wells Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Texas. You’ll rotate through quality control, field services, and engineering design, gaining exposure to precast manufacturing and structural design while working with Professional Engineers and field leaders.

You’ll participate in concrete testing, learn production tracking systems, and support field operations, layout, and documentation to develop technical and