Engineering Intern: Field Operations & Construction

Kiewit; Tok (AK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Mining District in Alaska offers an Internship in Field Operations for students pursuing Civil, Mining, Geomatics, Geology, or Mechanical Engineering. You will participate in construction management activities, learn from experienced teams, and contribute to tunnel, river realignment, and bridge projects.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and carrying responsibilities across field engineering, planning, scheduling, and cost tracking.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Civil, Mining, Geomatics, Geology, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Willing to relocate or travel for field assignments as needed.
• Ability to access construction sites in varied climates and environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities.
• Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and solving minor technical problems.
• Maintaining records on job progress, costs, and material usage.
• Planning and scheduling of job segments and activities.
• Investigating problems and proposing solutions or alternatives.
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements and pricing.
• Collaborating with suppliers to manage delivery of materials.

Skills

Travel flexibility

Team player

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Ethics & integrity

Attention to detail

Education

Civil/Mining Eng (undergrad/grad)

Job description

Kiewit Mining District in Alaska offers an Internship in Field Operations for students pursuing Civil, Mining, Geomatics, Geology, or Mechanical Engineering. You will participate in construction management activities, learn from experienced teams, and contribute to tunnel, river realignment, and bridge projects.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and carrying responsibilities across field engineering, planning, scheduling, and cost tracking.