Heavy Civil Construction Internship: Field & Estimating

Ames Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $18–$20

Mentorship from industry professionals

Career development support

Job summary

Ames Construction in Cedar Rapids, IA, is offering a Heavy Civil Construction Internship Program that provides hands-on experience across Field Engineering, Estimating, Safety, and Geospatial Technologies. College students will join experienced professionals on impactful infrastructure projects.

You’ll gain practical experience in your chosen focus area, receive mentorship, and build a network for career development while contributing to real-world construction processes and tools.

Qualifications

• Students pursuing degrees in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Occupational Safety, Geomatics, or related fields
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Strong communicators with a passion for building and problem-solving

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams to support operations and coordination
• Assist with technical reviews, documentation, and stakeholder communication
• Gain exposure to construction processes, tools, and technologies
• Contribute to meaningful work that shapes communities

Skills

Field Engineering

Estimating

Safety

Geomatics

Education

Civil Engineering degree track

Construction Management

Occupational Safety

Geomatics

Tools

Geospatial mapping software

Job description

Ames Construction in Cedar Rapids, IA, is offering a Heavy Civil Construction Internship Program that provides hands-on experience across Field Engineering, Estimating, Safety, and Geospatial Technologies. College students will join experienced professionals on impactful infrastructure projects.

You’ll gain practical experience in your chosen focus area, receive mentorship, and build a network for career development while contributing to real-world construction processes and tools.