Construction Intern

Black & Veatch Corporation; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation & holidays

Wellness program

ESOP ownership

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation is offering a Construction Summer Intern position in Livermore, CA. You will assist superintendents with daily tasks, prepare reports, and support cost and progress tracking while gaining hands-on experience in an employee-owned engineering, procurement, and construction firm.

The internship emphasizes on-site work, mentorship, and opportunities to network with industry experts, with full‑time commitment in the office.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in accredited university in Construction/Management Engineering program.
• Must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, MVR search).

Responsibilities

• Assist superintendents with daily tasks and reporting.
• Prepare daily reports and monitor material expediting/location; track cost/progress.
• Gain hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
• Engage in mentorship and co/lab trainings; participate in networking opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communications skills

Initiative

Self starter

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Construction/Management Engineering program

Job description

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Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company :Black & Veatch Corporation

Opportunity Type :College Intern

Project Only Hire :Yes

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee‑owned company, employees share in the long‑term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

As a Construction Summer Intern at Black & Veatch (Office Role - Livermore, CA), you will play a meaningful role in addressing some of the world’s most critical infrastructure challenges. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to diverse, impactful projects that support our clients’ goals while fostering your professional growth and advancing the success of Black & Veatch.

As a Construction Intern, you would also assist superintendents in every day task completion. This may include daily reports, material expediting/location, cost/progress reporting, etc.

Hands‑on experience at an employee‑owned engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction company.

Learning opportunities through mentorship and co/lab trainings.

Networking opportunities with leading experts in the industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical skills
• Communications skills, both written and oral
• Initiative
• Self starter, highly motivated
• Interpersonal skills
• Mathematical skills

Minimum Qualifications

Current enrollment in accredited university in Construction/Management Engineering program. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

This intern position is expected to be in the office on a full‑time basis.

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

097

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work‑life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company‑matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP‑owned company. As employee‑owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long‑term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

In accordance with local law, the following Hourly compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition:$23.38-$41.44

Nearest Major Market: San Francisco

Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland

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