Construction Management Intern: Hands-On Field + Mentorship

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Housing allowance

Real-world project experience

Mentorship from engineers

Exposure to multi-disciplinary work

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) seeks a Construction Management Services Intern to support civil, environmental, and infrastructure projects.

You’ll assist in design development, data analysis, permitting, field investigations, and project documentation under experienced engineers and project teams. You will gain hands-on experience with site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using Civil 3D or MicroStation, while developing strong communication and technical skills in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
• Completion of at least sophomore year by the internship start date.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar design software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with an eagerness to learn and contribute in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Clear written communication and presentation skills; strong speech clarity.
• Judgment and decision-making, with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Positive interpersonal collaboration and professionalism in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of engineering reports, plans, and specifications.
• Support site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Perform field visits for data collection, site assessments, and construction observation.
• Help review design standards and regulatory codes for compliance.
• Participate in internal team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
• Organize and analyze project data for use in technical documentation and presentations.
• Apply industry standards and SSR policies under the guidance of project leads; document work with accuracy and completeness.
• Attend team meetings; capture notes, actions, and due dates; follow up to keep tasks moving.
• Seek opportunities to expand knowledge and skills; share recent developments or coursework insights with the team.
• Participate in internal/external trainings, lunch-and-learns, and site walks to build practical experience.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and peers; ask questions proactively and elevate blockers early.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) seeks a Construction Management Services Intern to support civil, environmental, and infrastructure projects.

You’ll assist in design development, data analysis, permitting, field investigations, and project documentation under experienced engineers and project teams. You will gain hands-on experience with site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using Civil 3D or MicroStation, while developing strong communication and technical skills in a collaborative