Intern - Construction

Gewalt Hamilton Associates; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. (GHA) is seeking a Construction Intern to join our Vernon Hills, IL team. This non-exempt internship will involve field work, measurements, quantity calculations, and layout under supervision of civil engineers.

Responsibilities include interpreting plans, observing roadway and municipal projects, and reporting progress. The role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and a supportive environment during the summer season.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work under supervision and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and comprehend engineering plans and contract specifications.
• Perform engineering and related duties including construction observation, layout, inspection of material placement, and quantity measurement.
• Complete tasks assigned by Project Managers and engineers to meet schedules and report status.

Skills

Driver's license

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Independent work

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Work ethic

Multitasking

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Main Headquarters - Vernon Hills, IL 60061Position Type: InternshipSalary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 HourlyAn exciting opportunity is available to join Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. (GHA), an employee-owned, multi-faceted civil engineering consultant that has built a reputation for civil engineering with a personal approach. We are seeking a Construction Intern to join our growing Construction and Survey team in Vernon Hills, IL.

How you will make an impact:

The Construction Intern will report to the Construction & Survey Directors, Intern Coordinators, Project Managers, resident engineers and HR and will primarily work in the field and work periodically in the office. The Construction Intern will be involved in construction observation, field measurements, quantity calculations, and construction layout. Additionally, they will utilize various types of job-related equipment and measuring tools, perform related mathematical computations, and provide support to our professional construction engineering staff. This role is an non-exempt, hourly position.

Responsibilities:

• Read, interpret, and comprehend engineering plans and contract specifications.
• Perform engineering and related duties associated with the construction of various roadway and municipal infrastructure improvement projects, that includes construction observation, layout, inspection of material placement, measurement of quantities, and other tasks related to ensuring the construction work is completed in compliance with plans, specifications, and standards.
• Accurately complete tasks assigned by Project Managers and construction engineers to meet project schedules and provide proactive reporting on task status.
• Work under the supervision and mentoring of civil engineers and construction engineers.

Why GHA?

Join our dynamic team and enjoy some of our benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth while allowing you to make the most of your summer. We offer competitive pay and two paid holidays throughout the summer. Additionally, you will gain hands-on experience and autonomy with current projects. Join us and be a part of a team that values and invests in you!

QualificationsWhat you will bring to Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc.

Education:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or in a related field.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license
• Self-starter
• Strong attention to detail

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Detail-oriented individual who takes pride in producing high-quality individual work products.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and as part of a larger team.
• Self-starting, detail-oriented individual, with organizational and interpersonal skills.
• A strong work ethic with the desire to learn about firm business and the industry.
• The ability to manage multiple projects.
• Clearly and concisely communicate both orally and in writing.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Planner, Teams).

ADA SPECIFICATIONS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be honored to enable individuals with different abilities to perform the essential functions.

• May require occasional bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• May require periodic travel up to 30%.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

GHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.