Field Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Iconica | Architecture - Construction - Engineering; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Iconica is seeking a Field Engineer Intern to join our team for Summer 2027 in Madison. You will work alongside Superintendents and Carpenters, gaining practical experience in construction management and field operations.

You will coordinate with subcontractors, review shop drawings, and help manage punch lists while learning the sequence of building construction. Enrollment in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is required, with leadership and communication skills valued.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Civil Engineering or Construction Management program.
• Previous internship experience in design-build or construction (preferred).
• Leadership in student organizations or extracurriculars.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Initiative, curiosity, and eagerness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with subcontractors and project managers to keep tasks on schedule.
• Gain hands-on experience constructing, installing, and remodeling structures using wood, laminates, and steel with a variety of hand and power tools.
• Review subcontractor scopes, evaluate shop drawings, and manage punch lists and warranty items.
• Support quality control by developing punch lists and verifying completed work.
• Contribute to project schedules and safety initiatives to help ensure project goals and client expectations are met.
• Build and strengthen relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Job description

Iconica is seeking a Field Engineer Intern to join our team in Summer 2027!

At Iconica, we take a collaborative approach to design and construction, bringing architecture, engineering, and construction together under one roof. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where people can grow professionally while contributing to meaningful projects. As a full-service firm, we prioritize strong relationships, thoughtful solutions, and successful outcomes—for both our clients and our team.

As a Field Engineer Intern, you’ll work alongside Superintendents and Carpenters, gaining practical, hands-on experience in construction management and field operations. You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Coordinate with subcontractors and project managers to keep tasks on schedule.
• Gain hands-on experience constructing, installing, and remodeling structures using wood, laminates, and steel with a variety of hand and power tools.
• Learn the sequence of activities required to construct and assemble a building.
• Review subcontractor scopes of work, evaluate shop drawings, and manage punch list and warranty items.
• Support quality control by helping develop punch lists and verifying completed work.
• Contribute to project schedules and safety initiatives to help ensure project goals and client expectations are met.
• Build and strengthen relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Qualified candidates will have the following:

• Enrollment in a Civil Engineering or Construction Management program.
• Previous internship experience in design-build or construction (preferred).
• Leadership experience in student organizations or extracurriculars.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Initiative, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Why Iconica?

Iconica has been recognized as aMadison Top Workplacefor five consecutive years (2022–2026) by theWisconsin State Journal. We're proud of the culture we’ve built and the people who make it possible.