Field Engineer Intern: Hands-On Power Construction

Kiewit; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is offering a hands-on internship in construction management designed to develop core skills for a full-time career in the industry. The role emphasizes building, estimating, and scheduling heavy industrial systems with a supportive team.

You will learn to review proposals, prepare cost estimates, and supervise subcontractors while traveling and relocating as required. This program emphasizes safety, quality, and real-world project exposure.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering or related degree.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse team to build, estimate, and schedule mechanical, electrical and heavy industrial systems.
• Support administrative and construction activities; review proposals, drawings, and perform material takeoffs.
• Learn supervision of subcontractors and communicate with vendors.
• Prepare work plans, ensure quality control, manage costs and materials, and maintain owner relations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Associate/Bachelor’s in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SureTrak

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

Pro Log

Primavera P6

Job description

Kiewit is offering a hands-on internship in construction management designed to develop core skills for a full-time career in the industry. The role emphasizes building, estimating, and scheduling heavy industrial systems with a supportive team.

You will learn to review proposals, prepare cost estimates, and supervise subcontractors while traveling and relocating as required. This program emphasizes safety, quality, and real-world project exposure.