Construction Engineering Intern

SilkRoad; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a Construction Management/Inspection Intern in Knoxville, TN. The intern will assist with field inspections, project documentation, and coordination of transportation projects under supervision, gaining hands-on experience in construction management.

The role emphasizes learning best practices, safety, and quality control while developing technical skills in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Enrollment as a full-time student pursuing ABET-accredited undergraduate degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• High school diploma or equivalent (for consideration).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong written communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist field inspectors with standard inspection procedures for structural quality and safety.
• Support documentation, measurements, and data collection from field activities.
• Track RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings under supervision.
• Learn project coordination and activity sequencing in transportation projects.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Attention to detail

Presentation skills

Time management

Teamwork

Motor Vehicle screening

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma

ABET-accredited undergrad in civil or construction management

Job description

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio

All Locations

Knoxville, TN

Tracking Code

26821

Position Type

Intern

Job Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Position Summary: An intern supports the Construction Management department by assisting with a variety of tasks, including special project assignments and active participation in project construction and documentation, to gain practical experience and support their educational development.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assist qualified field inspectors with standard inspection procedures to ongoing activities during and after construction for structural quality, general safety and conformance to plans, specifications and codes.
• Perform or assist with routine field tests on concrete, soils, aggregates, and other construction materials after receiving appropriate instruction and while working under qualified supervision.
• Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes.
• Gathers and maintains record documents
• Makes field notes and computations
• Assist project staff with tracking RFIs, organizing submittals and shop drawings, and compiling information for review by the responsible engineer or project manager.
• Observe and learn how project teams coordinate temporary traffic control, construction sequencing, utility activities, and work‑zone documentation.
• Assist with project updates, photographs, presentations, and other communication materials.
• Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed
• Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices
• Develop technical skills through hands‑on experience
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members
• Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders
• Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, contractors, clients, utility representatives, and other multidisciplinary team members

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Familiarity in using standard Microsoft Office for document creation and email communication
• Ability to prepare well organized, clear, and concise written materials
• Ability to support work with attention to detail and creativity
• Developing presentation skills, including communicating ideas to different groups
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively with guidance from supervisors
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate well with others
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid Driver's License

Required Experience

• High school graduate or currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a related field
• Full‑time student currently pursuing an ABET accreditedundergraduate degree in civil engineering or construction management with an interest in transportation projects

Work is performed in the field and within a general office environment. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.