Construction Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

AtkinsRéalis; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Explore intern development initiative

Mentorship from professionals

Tuition reimbursement program

Competitive salary

Employee benefits (medical, dental, 1)

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Construction Engineering Intern to join our Austin, Texas office. You will assist CEI staff with observing and documenting activities on active transportation construction projects.

The role offers hands-on experience in construction planning, document review, submittal tracking, and pay-estimate preparation, with a focus on safety and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience: No experience required if enrolled in an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program in a related technical field.
• Education: 60 credit hours toward Civil Engineering degree from ABET-accredited program by start of Summer 2027.
• Special skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; strong attention to detail; communication skills; willingness to learn; ability to work safely in both office and active construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist CEI staff with observing and documenting roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, and traffic-control activities on active transportation construction projects.
• Review construction plans and specifications with project staff to understand contract requirements.
• Support the tracking and coordination of contractor submittals, RFIs, change-orders, action items, and project correspondence.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, contractors, and project personnel while following safety requirements and procedures in active construction environments.
• Prepare spreadsheets, meeting notes, status reports, and progress updates.
• Assist project staff with verifying construction quantities and preparing pay-estimate documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Education

60 credit hours toward Civil Engineering degree (ABET-accredited program)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Construction Engineering Intern to join our Austin, Texas office.

Your Role

• Assist CEI staff with observing and documenting roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, and traffic-control activities on active transportation construction projects.
• Review construction plans and specifications with project staff to understand contract requirements.
• Support the tracking and coordination of contractor submittals, RFIs, change-order documentation, action items, and project correspondence.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, contractors, and project personnel while following safety requirements and procedures in active construction environments.
• Prepare spreadsheets, meeting notes, status reports, and progress updates.
• Assist project staff with verifying construction quantities and preparing pay-estimate documentation.

About You

• EXPERIENCE: No experience is generally required if accepted into an Associate'S or Bachelor's degree program in a related technical field.
• EDUCATION: Must have completed 60 credit hours toward a Civil Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program by the start of the internship in Summer 2027.
• SPECIAL SKILLS: Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, willingness to learn, and ability to work safely in both office and active construction environments.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

As an Intern, you will participate in Explore, our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including:

Competitive salary Hands-on experience with industry leaders Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities

As an entry-level Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing:

• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
• Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $25 - $31 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer. EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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