Construction Project Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

City Construction; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone stipend

Paid time off

Living allowance

Medical insurance

Mentorship

Professional development

Job summary

City Construction is offering a Construction Project Engineer Intern position in Iowa City. You will gain hands-on experience through the Project Engineer Internship Program, working with project managers, superintendents, and site teams to learn how decisions affect outcomes.

As an intern, you will participate in site visits, safety checks, documentation tracking, and vendor coordination. You will collaborate across departments and engage in company initiatives while developing professional

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related program.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willing to learn, ask questions, and contribute meaningfully.
• Ability to work independently while still contributing and collaborating in a team.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work on-site.
• Valid Driver’s License and Satisfactory Driving Record.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Commitment from May – August (Summer 2027).

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers, pre-construction managers, superintendents, project coordinators, warehouse managers while learning how real‑world decisions share the outcomes
• Participate in site visits and safety checks under supervision.
• Assist with documentation tracking and vendor coordination.
• Collaborate on a cross‑functional project with interns and leaders across departments.
• Participate in company initiatives, committees, and continuing education

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independence

Team collaboration

MS Office

On-site work

Driver's license

US work authorization

Education

Construction Management program

Job description

City Construction is looking for a Construction Project Engineer Intern to join our team. If you want to be part of a team that’s working, every day, to build their community into a place, a legacy, a home, that stands the test of time…. You just might be who we’ve been looking for.

We are looking for driven college students ready to dive into the world of commercial construction. As an intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in the Project Engineer Internship Program.

What You’ll Do

• Assist project managers, pre‑construction managers, superintendents, project coordinators, warehouse managers while learning how real‑world decisions share the outcomes
• Participate in site visits and safety checks under supervision.
• Assist with documentation tracking and vendor coordination.
• Collaborate on a cross‑functional project with interns and leaders across departments.
• Participate in company initiatives, committees, and continuing education

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related program
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Willing to learn, ask questions, and contribute meaningfully
• Ability to work independently while still contributing and collaborating in a team
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work on‑site
• Valid Driver’s License and Satisfactory Driving Record
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Commitment from May – August (Summer 2027).

Why Intern with City Construction

• Competitive hourly rate
• A culture that values people as much as performance
• Phone Stipend
• Paid time off for summer holidays
• Opportunity for living allowance
• Medical insurance
• Professional development and mentorship
• Networking with industry leaders and trade partners
• Potential pathway to full-time opportunities

City Construction is dedicated to supporting our employees by providing resources, training, and opportunities to thrive in a safe, collaborative, and fun workplace

About City Construction

City Construction has a breadth of experience working in public sector markets with most projects completed in the greater Iowa City and Cedar Rapids Corridor. City Construction’s portfolio includes high‑profile projects for hospitals, healthcare, higher education and primary education entities.

Founded in 2004, City Construction is a general contractor with an office in Iowa City, Iowa.