Hands-on Field Project Engineer Intern (Housing Included)

Power Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

Power Construction in Chicago, IL is seeking a Project Engineer Intern for Summer '27 to gain hands-on, field-centric experience. You will support budgeting, takeoffs, document control, and project meetings under the guidance of the Project Manager and Superintendent.

This paid internship offers mentorship, professional development, and housing for out-of-state interns; you’ll work on-site at 8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave and contribute to real construction projects, helping track RFIs, submittals, and

Responsibilities

• Assist with budgeting, estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid solicitations
• Distribute and maintain project drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Support project scheduling, status reporting, and document control efforts
• Research and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, ASIs, and other project documentation
• Identify and help resolve drawing conflicts, interferences, and field issues
• Track construction materials and equipment to support project progress
• Attend and document project meetings and project correspondence
• Assist with punch list completion, closeout activities, and subcontractor extra work verification
• Perform additional assignments as directed by the Project Manager or Superintendent

Job description

Power Construction in Chicago, IL is seeking a Project Engineer Intern for Summer '27 to gain hands-on, field-centric experience. You will support budgeting, takeoffs, document control, and project meetings under the guidance of the Project Manager and Superintendent.

This paid internship offers mentorship, professional development, and housing for out-of-state interns; you’ll work on-site at 8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave and contribute to real construction projects, helping track RFIs, submittals, and