Construction Co-op / Intern: Field Engineering & Estimating

Independence Excavating, Inc.

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 50,000

Full time

2 hours ago

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Job summary

Independence Construction seeks engaged college students for Co-op/Intern positions, offering exposure to estimating, field engineering, and project coordination across our Northeast Ohio and Pennsylvania projects. Interns will learn through hands-on tasks while supporting project teams.

We encourage multi-term internships with travel and a 40+ hour weekly commitment, typically aligning with academic calendars and site needs.

Qualifications

College students enrolled in a 2- or 4-year university pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
It is strongly encouraged that students intern for at least 2 terms (not necessarily consecutive).
Co-ops/Interns are required to work 40+ hour weeks, preferably when the student is taking a semester away from school.
A degree of travel is required for the internship.

Responsibilities

Assist in estimating tasks: take-offs, review quotations, assist in subcontractor solicitations, attend project walk-throughs.
Assist in updating field drawings and documenting weekly project meetings.
Assist in running field foreman meetings, toolbox talks, and look-ahead schedule updates.
Coordinate with field personnel on safety inspections, RFI process, submittals, and shop drawings.