Field/Office Engineer Co-Op - Eastern District

Kiewit; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is offering an Engineer Intern opportunity in the Eastern District’s Summer 2026 Intern Program. The internship focuses on hands‑on construction management tasks, field engineering, planning, cost control, scheduling, and coordination with suppliers.

Interns will gain exposure to heavy civil projects in transportation, bridge and tunneling work with relocation to meet project needs. This role emphasizes safety, ethics, and strong teamwork, with potential for travel across the Great Lakes,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil, electrical engineering, construction management or a related field.
• Available to work full‑time during the summer (May–August).
• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed.
• Ability to access all construction site environments.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic and initiative.
• Commitment to ethics, integrity and safety.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Team player who can work independently to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Other common names for this role: Office Engineer Intern, Office Intern, Field Intern.

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, planning, cost control, scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement and supervision of field activities.
• Assist with planning and supervision of field activities.
• Maintain records of job progress and costs.
• Review plans and specifications to determine material requirements and pricing.
• Coordinate with suppliers to facilitate delivery of materials.
• Support safety and quality control on job sites.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Detail‑oriented

Safety awareness

Ethics & integrity

Education

Civil / Electrical / Construction mgmt degree

Job description

Requisition ID: 183049

Job Level: Internship

Home District/Group: Eastern District

Department: Field Operations

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Position Overview

Are you interested in a hands‑on real‑world learning experience directly related to the skills needed in a full‑time construction career? In this internship, you will have the opportunity to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions within construction management.

Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety‑obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast‑paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else.

District Overview

Kiewit’s Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast. We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast‑in‑place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit’s Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in‑depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.

Kiewit Eastern District is currently seeking Engineer Interns for their Summer 2026 Intern Program! Kiewit’s Eastern District primarily performs heavy civil projects in infrastructure & energy, specializing in transportation, roadways, rail, power and water/wastewater while developing builders to lead the future of our company.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom‑designed to meet our shared needs. Eastern District’s work predominately exists within the Great Lakes Area, the DMV area, and the Northeast. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

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

Qualifications

• Ability to travel or relocate as needed
• Ability to work full‑time during the summer (approximately May‑August)
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, construction management or related
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide‑ranging climates and environments
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Other common names for this role: Office Engineer Intern, Office Intern, Field Intern

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Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and finish work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $17.00/hr - $24.50/hr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit