Engineering Intern — Construction Projects (Summer 2027)

PCL; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Training opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

PCL is seeking an Engineering/Technical Student for Summer 2027 internships in Minnesota and North Dakota. Based in Fargo and surrounding locations, you will support Field/Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents on infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, safety audits, documenting submittals, assisting with surveying, and coordinating subcontractors. You’ll gain experience across project documentation, estimating support, and site operations, with a

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a degree relevant to the construction industry (e.g. construction management, construction engineering, construction technology, etc.)
• Desire to pursue a career in construction project management, field supervision, or estimating.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and 18 years of age or older
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to travel to and from the job site
• Able to work full time from May to August in MN or ND or other states where our construction projects are located (a monthly housing allowance will be provided to selected candidates who are working in an area different from their residence)
• Able to navigate through a construction site on a daily basis, climb ladders and stairs
• Based on client requirements, candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check
• Employment with PCL is contingent upon passing a substance abuse test conducted by a third party

Responsibilities

• Assists Field/Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents
• Conducts safety audits and quality audits
• Reads and understands drawings and specifications
• Logs submittals and process RFI’s
• Assists with surveying and project layout
• Maintains and updates field drawings, field equipment and records
• Assists with coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and field staff
• Attends relevant project meetings
• Prepares memos, letters, meeting minutes, contracts, and other forms and documents
• Assists with project documentation requirements
• Assists with estimating and soliciting subcontractors and/or suppliers for information and pricing
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Reading drawings

Field safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Enrolled in construction-related degree (full-time)

Job description

PCL is seeking an Engineering/Technical Student for Summer 2027 internships in Minnesota and North Dakota. Based in Fargo and surrounding locations, you will support Field/Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents on infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, safety audits, documenting submittals, assisting with surveying, and coordinating subcontractors. You’ll gain experience across project documentation, estimating support, and site operations, with a