College Intern - Construction

Rk K; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a College Intern to join our Construction Management and Construction Inspection Division in Greensboro, NC. This paid internship provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to materials, testing, contract management, and client interface within the CM/CEI field.

You will assist with inspection and monitoring of roadway and bridge structures, materials tracking and testing, quantity calculations, as-built sketches, and project meetings, while developing professional

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering & Management, Environmental Science or related area.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Provide construction management support, including assisting with inspection and monitoring of roadway and bridge structures to ensure compliance with contract documents and safety regulations
• Assisting with materials tracking and testing to ensure compliance as required
• Provide contract management support for Construction Projects
• Provide construction management support, including assisting with quantity calculations, as-built sketches, constructability reviews, attending project control meetings and other pre-operation meetings, and issue tracking
• Fully engage in solving problems to provide technical evaluation and sound solutions
• Review lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Job description

RK&K is hiring a College Intern to join our Construction Management and Construction Inspection Division.

Our interns will receive on-the-job training, mentorship and insight into various aspects of the consulting Construction Management and Construction Inspection industry from materials, testing, construction contract management and client interface. Individuals will be exposed to various challenges, projects and technology related to their specific discipline.

As a paid intern in our CM/CEI Division you will:

• Provide construction management support, including assisting with inspection and monitoring of roadway and bridge structures to ensure compliance with contract documents and safety regulations
• Assisting with materials tracking and testing to ensure compliance as required
• Provide contract management support for Construction Projects
• Provide construction management support, including assisting with quantity calculations, as-built sketches, constructability reviews, attending project control meetings and other pre-operation meetings, and issue tracking
• Fully engage in solving problems to provide technical evaluation and sound solutions
• Review lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering & Management, Environmental Science or related area
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Classwork in Construction Management
• Classwork in Construction Engineering
• Participation in Professional Societies
• Applicable prior internship experience

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.