Field Intern: Hands-On Marine & Heavy Civil Construction

J.F. Brennan Company Inc.; West La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

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Job summary

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. seeks a Field Intern to gain hands-on construction experience in heavy civil and marine projects. You will support crews in the field, learn daily operations, safety practices, and how drawings translate to field work.

The role offers exposure to boats, barges, pumps, and temporary systems while collaborating with superintendents and foremen on active projects in Wisconsin. Travel and outdoor work are expected.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree or technical program in Construction Management, Civil/Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Interest in field operations, heavy civil/marine construction, equipment, and construction leadership.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors in varying jobsite conditions.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside superintendents, foremen, and union crews to learn daily field operations and construction activities.
• Assist with tracking, preventative/standard maintenance, wear items, and monitoring critical equipment and tools.
• Learn construction means and methods by observing and participating in field activities.
• Gain hands-on exposure to heavy equipment, marine equipment, boats, barges, pumps, and other project support equipment.
• Assist with site setup, material staging, equipment moves, trucking, deliveries, and general site logistics.
• Participate in daily safety meetings, pre-task planning, JHAs, and jobsite safety activities.
• Assist with tracking daily production, quantities, equipment utilization, and work completed.
• Learn how to read project plans and understand how drawings and specifications translate to work performed in the field.
• Work with operators and field crews to understand equipment capabilities, production expectations, and challenges encountered during construction.
• Assist with installation, setup, and maintenance of temporary project systems and equipment as needed.
• Support marine operations, including boats, barges, and deckhand activities when applicable.
• Communicate with superintendents, foremen, crews, subcontractors, and project staff to support daily operations.
• Help identify and communicate field issues that could impact safety, production, schedule, or quality.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, teamwork, reliability, and professionalism on the jobsite.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Effective communication

Teamwork

Interest in construction ops

Operate a boat

Organization

Problem solving

Reliability

Outdoor work

Travel readiness

Education

Construction Management or related field

Job description

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. seeks a Field Intern to gain hands-on construction experience in heavy civil and marine projects. You will support crews in the field, learn daily operations, safety practices, and how drawings translate to field work.

The role offers exposure to boats, barges, pumps, and temporary systems while collaborating with superintendents and foremen on active projects in Wisconsin. Travel and outdoor work are expected.