Intern Field Engineer - Midwest Region

Granite Construction; Des Plaines, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Two PPO medical plans

Job summary

Granite Construction seeks an Intern Field Engineer for the Midwest Region in Des Plaines, IL. The role supports construction engineering operations, interpreting drawings for bidding and field work, and preparing essential documentation for projects.

The internship emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship, and safety awareness, with opportunities to work around large equipment and participate in cost-control activities.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED and be working towards a bachelor’s degree.
• 0-2 years construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret design/drawings for takeoff and workforce for bidding and building construction projects.
• Prepare and distribute documentation such as status reports, punch lists, sketches, material calculations.
• Provide technical support and direction regarding project materials, delivery dates and schedules.
• Assist with change orders and estimates by preparing drawings and sketches.
• Develop job essential data including quantity take-offs and material pricing for estimates.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

MS Office

Calculator

Job description

## Intern Field Engineer - Midwest RegionApply: Des Plaines, Illinois: Posted Today: End Date: October 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R0000008126**Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...**We hire enthusiastic, hard-working individuals for college internships and entry-level positions. With locations across the country and unique opportunities for hands-on experience, mentorship and networking, there’s never been a better time to join our team. **General Summary**This position is responsible for assisting construction engineering operations to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards.**Essential Job Accountabilities*** Interpret design/drawings for takeoff and workforce for bidding and building construction projects.* Prepare and distribute all required documentation such as status reports, punch lists describing work items to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, to supervisor.* Provide technical support and direction regarding project materials meeting specifications, delivery dates and construction schedules.* Assist with change orders and estimates by preparing drawing and sketches to support estimating and construction work to meet changing job requirements.* Develop job essential data including quantity take-offs and material pricing to ensure accurate estimates and bids.* Maintain accurate records of quantities for work performed and materials installed for cost controls on construction projects.**Education*** Must have High School Diploma or GED and be working towards a bachelor’s degree**Field of Study*** Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred, of technical training and related experience**Work Experience*** 0 - 2 years construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)* Ability to perform trigonometric calculation either manually or with a calculator.* Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.**Physical Demands**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.**Additional Requirements/Skills*** Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.* Team player* Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis* Valid driver’s license and ability to drive**Our Benefits at a Glance:**In addition to building the next generation of builders, Granite invests in its interns by providing them access to a broad benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more. Interns may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible interns. We invest in the future of our interns by providing them with access to Granite’s 401(k) plan where they are eligible for Granite’s 100% employer match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that they defer into their 401(k) plan. *Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.*## ## **Base Hourly Wage Range :**: $0.00 $0.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.