Field Civil Engineering Internship - On-site Construction

Benesch; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Flexible schedules

Parental leave

Mentorship

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a civil engineering construction intern to work on a broad range of construction engineering projects. You will assist with daily inspection and documentation of infrastructure projects, gaining hands-on experience bringing civil design projects to life.

Location-based field work with travel to project sites is required; the role is based in Novi, MI, Marquette, MI, or Grand Rapids, MI. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential; driving record check will be

Qualifications

• Pursuing your BS in Civil or Construction Engineering or in a related engineering curriculum required.
• Experience working on field projects desired.
• Exposure to ArcGIS, MicroStation, Geopak, and/or AutoCAD is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform services efficiently and within budgets and schedules.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Review and assure the project supervisor of the adequacy of the budget and schedule.
• Perform construction observation of construction activities and follow applicable project procedures.
• Maintain a field book in accordance with project procedures.
• Perform measurements of construction work performed and quantity calculations of pay items.
• Prepare the Inspector’s Daily Reports and other project documentation as required by the project procedures and as directed by the project supervisor.
• Report to the project supervisor on the work progress, including technical issues, the status of work remaining to be done, and any noted deficiencies.
• Review plans, specifications, and submittals relating to assigned work.
• Provide design or other professional assistance to project managers.
• Maintain company-owned vehicles or other equipment assigned for use on the project.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Driving

Education

BS in Civil or Construction Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

MicroStation

Geopak

AutoCAD

Job description

Benesch is seeking a civil engineering construction intern to work on a broad range of construction engineering projects. You will assist with daily inspection and documentation of infrastructure projects, gaining hands-on experience bringing civil design projects to life.

Location-based field work with travel to project sites is required; the role is based in Novi, MI, Marquette, MI, or Grand Rapids, MI. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential; driving record check will be