Field Engineer Intern: Build, Inspect & Learn on Projects

PCL Construction; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits program

Award-winning employer

Construction training program

Career growth

Regional opportunities

Job summary

PCL Construction is seeking a Field Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 across Minnesota and North Dakota, including Fargo and Grand Forks. You will support Field/Project Engineers, Project Managers and Superintendents on infrastructure projects in your community.

This internship offers hands-on site experience, safety and quality audits, and exposure to drawings, RFIs, surveying, and documentation. Housing allowances may apply for non-local interns; eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a full‑time student pursuing a degree relevant to the construction industry.
• 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 (housing allowance provided if location differs).
• 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.

Education

Full-time student in construction-related degree

Job description

PCL Construction is seeking a Field Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 across Minnesota and North Dakota, including Fargo and Grand Forks. You will support Field/Project Engineers, Project Managers and Superintendents on infrastructure projects in your community.

This internship offers hands-on site experience, safety and quality audits, and exposure to drawings, RFIs, surveying, and documentation. Housing allowances may apply for non-local interns; eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.