Hybrid Construction Project Engineer Intern

McGrath RentCorp; Fredericksburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and coaching

Hands-on training

Project exposure

Real-world experience

Networking

Supportive culture

Job summary

McGrath RentCorp is offering a Summer 2027 Construction Project Engineer Intern role. Work alongside project engineers and construction managers from planning through execution, applying classroom knowledge to budgets, schedules, and quality requirements.

The position follows a hybrid arrangement with 2–3 on-site days each week; the internship runs June 1 through August 6, 2027, providing real-world experience and opportunities to contribute to active projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate degree with at least two years completed.
• Junior year; expected to enter senior year after internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Field of study: Construction Management, Civil/Architectural Engineering, Architecture or related.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Resourceful, motivated, and able to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and proactive.
• Collaborative, customer-focused mindset and openness to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects.
• Support documentation, schedules, meeting notes, submittals, RFIs, and reporting.
• Participate in site visits and inspections to monitor progress and safety/quality.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Highly organized

Collaborative mindset

Self-motivated

Education

Undergraduate student, junior year

Tools

Microsoft Project

Procore

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

McGrath RentCorp is offering a Summer 2027 Construction Project Engineer Intern role. Work alongside project engineers and construction managers from planning through execution, applying classroom knowledge to budgets, schedules, and quality requirements.

The position follows a hybrid arrangement with 2–3 on-site days each week; the internship runs June 1 through August 6, 2027, providing real-world experience and opportunities to contribute to active projects.