Construction Inspector Internship (T1)

GRAEF; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team atmosphere

Community involvement

Downtown office parking

Wellness program

Social & networking opportunities

Flexible schedule

Retirement plan

Casual dress

Job summary

GRAEF is seeking a 2027 Summer Intern to join our Milwaukee team as a Construction Inspector intern. The role focuses on field inspections of roadway and utility construction and material testing, guided by trainings and mentorship.

You will complete daily construction reports and assist with other duties as needed, gaining hands-on experience in civil engineering and construction management within a 100% employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Be a current student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or related field.
• Possess good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn, both independently and with a team.
• Willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather as needed.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a personal vehicle to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of roadway and utility construction including sewer, water, asphalt and concrete roadways, and other construction projects.
• Perform and review material testing of asphalt, concrete and aggregates.
• Complete accurate daily construction reports, manually or electronically.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, has been providing exceptional careers and quality engineering services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best workplaces are filled with technically excellent, innovative, creative, and highly motivated people and are proud to be recognized as a 2026 Best Places to Work.

GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. GRAEF values exciting work and lasting relationships; we embody values that speak to loyalty, service, quality and integrity; and we strive to grow with these ideas leading the way. We’re looking for people who agree that in addition to technical excellence, it’s all about relationships! If you are looking for the opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects, have the satisfaction and security of working at a 100% employee-owned company, then GRAEF is the place for you!

We are currently seeking a student who is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, to join our Milwaukee team as an 2027 Summer Intern, focusing on construction inspection activities.

As a Construction Inspector Intern at GRAEF, enjoy essential job duties like:

• Through training and mentoring, perform field inspections of roadway and utility construction including sewer, water, asphalt and concrete roadways, and other construction projects.
• Perform and review material testing of asphalt, concrete and aggregates.
• Complete accurate daily construction reports, manually or electronically.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

To be considered for our Construction Inspector Internship position, we are seeking the following basic qualifications:

• Be a current student, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or relatable degree.
• Possess good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
• Be willing to work hard and learn, both while working independently and with a team.
• Be adaptable to changing priorities and have a willingness to take initiative.
• Willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather as needed.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a personal vehicle to travel to job sites.

GRAEF is proud to offer you:

• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Opportunities to embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• An exciting new downtown office location, offering free parking
• Workplace Wellness Program
• Social and Networking opportunities
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Casual Dress

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets