Intern - Construction Technology

veitusa; Rogers (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Veit is seeking a Construction Technology Intern to assist with implementing and supporting technology platforms across field and office operations. You will work with field teams, project management, and engineering to apply innovative tech solutions to real-world projects.

The role provides hands-on exposure to surveying, drones, GIS, data analytics, and machine control systems, with a focus on learning and practical application within a busy construction environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in a civil-related field (min 2 years completed).
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• At least one summer of construction work experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios and averages to practical tasks.
• Ability to follow Veit policies and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation and support of construction technology platforms across field and office operations.
• Support field coaching and training for construction technology tools.
• Help document technology processes, workflows, and best practices.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (in progress) in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Construction Technology Intern will support the implementation, utilization, and continuous improvement of technology solutions across construction operations. This role provides hands-on exposure to construction software, field technology, surveying equipment, machine control systems, drones, GIS mapping, and data analytics tools that improve project performance and operational efficiency.

The intern will work closely with field operations, project management, engineering, and technology teams to gain practical experience applying innovative technology solutions to real-world construction projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Construction Technology Support
  • Assist with implementation and support of construction technology platforms across field and office operations.
  • Support adoption of construction technology tools through training and field coaching.
  • Document technology processes, workflows, and best practices.
• Field Technology & Machine Control
  • Support GPS machine control operations and data management.
  • Assist with site layout activities using GPS and surveying equipment.
  • Help collect, organize, and validate field data.
  • Participate in machine control file preparation and quality reviews.
• Drone & Reality Capture
  • Assist with drone flight planning, data collection, and processing.
  • Support aerial mapping, progress tracking, and site documentation efforts.
  • Help create project visualizations, Ortho mosaics, and progress reports.
• Data & Analytics
  • Gather and organize project performance data.
  • Assist with dashboards, reporting, and data visualization tools.
  • Support analysis of operational metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Help ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems.
• Project & Operational Support
  • Collaborate with project managers, field engineers, superintendents, and operations leaders.
  • Attend project meetings and technology demonstrations.
  • Support special projects assigned by the Construction Technology team.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Minimum of 2 years of education working toward completion of a bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline from a four-year college or university.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• At least one summer of construction work experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and leadership.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations, and mean, median, and averages.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Veit policies and procedures.
• Ability to respond to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those required of any employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently communicates with employees and clients and must exchange accurate information. Additional functions include: stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; use a computer/laptop in an office environment with natural and/or fluorescent lighting (50%+); navigate between office building floors; regularly attend off-site meetings or events; and lift to 35 lbs. unassisted.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Most work occurs in a typical office environment; however, occasional job-site travel may be required. The employee frequently works both independently and with others. Jobsite visits may involve walking on uneven terrain, navigating stairs or ladders, and exposure to variable weather, noise, dust, and moving equipment. During jobsite visits, the employee must wear required PPE as directed, including a hard hat, safety glasses, a high-visibility vest, gloves, hearing protection, and safety-toe footwear. The employee may occasionally encounter high noise levels at job sites, but hearing protection is provided and required.

Additional Job Description:

Who Are We?

Veit is one of the country's leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured-in-place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day.