Construction Project Engineer Intern — Four-Rotation Summer

StoryPoint Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Job summary

O’Brien Construction in Kentucky offers a 13-week Project Engineer Internship that blends field and office exposure across our construction projects.

Interns rotate through four key areas in estimating, planning, field observation, and project coordination, ending with a final presentation.

You’ll learn safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and teamwork while contributing to real projects on active sites.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a construction-related program and pursuing relevant studies.
• Strong interest in construction and safety-focused mindset.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Ability to work in field and office environments.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specs, submittals, and documents.
• Assist with schedules, progress tracking, and Look Ahead planning.
• Observe field activities and site conditions.
• Document field observations and project updates.
• Assist with coordination between project team, architects, and engineers.
• Support bid solicitation and subcontractor coverage.
• Perform quantity takeoffs under estimator guidance.
• Help prepare scope sheets, estimates, and budget proposals.
• Participate in pre-bid site visits and meetings.
• Learn safety, quality, schedule, cost, and teamwork integration.

Skills

Strong safety mindset

Interest in construction

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Education

Enrollment in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture/Business program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

O’Brien Construction in Kentucky offers a 13-week Project Engineer Internship that blends field and office exposure across our construction projects.

Interns rotate through four key areas in estimating, planning, field observation, and project coordination, ending with a final presentation.

You’ll learn safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and teamwork while contributing to real projects on active sites.