Field Engineering Intern: Hands-On Construction Experience

Kiewit; Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit invites a hands-on internship in construction management, offering real-world learning across field engineering, planning, cost control, scheduling and procurement. You’ll be placed in a district that fits your goals, with exposure to diverse projects and a focus on safety and ethics.

Ideal candidates are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in civil engineering or construction management, willing to relocate, and prepared to commit to a full-time summer schedule.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel or relocate as needed.
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for safety and ability to help ensure nobody gets hurt.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Team player who can work independently to meet deadlines.

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 handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction.
• Maintaining records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments.
• Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate.
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Working with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials.

Skills

Travel/Relocation flexibility

Pursuing civil engineering/CM degree

Strong communication

Safety conscious

Ethics and integrity

Team player

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

Kiewit invites a hands-on internship in construction management, offering real-world learning across field engineering, planning, cost control, scheduling and procurement. You’ll be placed in a district that fits your goals, with exposure to diverse projects and a focus on safety and ethics.

Ideal candidates are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in civil engineering or construction management, willing to relocate, and prepared to commit to a full-time summer schedule.