Construction Engineering Intern – Summer Field Experience

Kiewit; Cayuga (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer internship

Competitive pay

Job summary

Kiewit’s Eastern District is offering Engineer Intern roles for the Summer 2027 Intern Program. This hands-on opportunity covers field engineering, project planning, cost control, scheduling, and procurement within heavy civil construction projects in the Northeast/Great Lakes area.

Selected interns will develop core construction management skills while rotating through roles, with relocation based on project needs and travel to multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Pursuing undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, construction management or related.
• Willing to travel/relocate as needed.
• Available to work full-time during the summer (May–August).
• Ability to access construction sites in varied climates and environments.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities
• Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction
• Maintaining records of job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments
• Investigating problems and/or incidents; identifying and recommending solutions
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements, pricing
• Working with suppliers to facilitate delivery of materials

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Time management

Detail oriented

Education

Civil/Electrical/Construction mgmt degree

Job description

Kiewit’s Eastern District is offering Engineer Intern roles for the Summer 2027 Intern Program. This hands-on opportunity covers field engineering, project planning, cost control, scheduling, and procurement within heavy civil construction projects in the Northeast/Great Lakes area.

Selected interns will develop core construction management skills while rotating through roles, with relocation based on project needs and travel to multiple sites.