Intern - Project Engineer

Southland Industries, Inc.; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance for employee

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Holidays and vacation

Training and professional development

Company-paid memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries offers an internship program designed to introduce students to design-build, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. The project engineer intern will assist a design or project manager in coordinating a project using engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services.

You will develop skills in design, estimating, and scheduling to understand coordination of the design-build process, with opportunities to join leaders and engage in team activities and

Qualifications

• Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific role.
• Opportunity to work side-by-side with company leaders.
• Group activities and team events.

Responsibilities

• Support field labor.
• Support equipment and subcontractor procurement.
• Support design, trade, and subcontractor coordination.
• Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes and impacts, etc.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Initiative

Resourcefulness

Problem solving

Quick learner

Positive attitude

Accountability

Team player

Business writing

Public speaking

Job description

Our internship program is designed to introduce students to a career in design-build, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. A project engineer intern’s primary responsibility is to assist a design manager or project manager in successfully coordinating a project using the necessary engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services. This position requires the development of skills in design, estimating, and scheduling to better understand the coordination of the design-build construction process.

• Support field labor
• Support equipment and subcontractor procurement
• Support design, trade, and subcontractor coordination
• Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes and impacts, etc.

Qualifications

• A strong work ethic
• Initiative and drive to get the job done
• The ability to be resourceful and resilient
• Able to solve problems with limited support
• Quick learner who seeks answers on their own
• Positive attitude during all situations
• Accountability in stressful situations
• Goal-oriented mindset
• Collaborative spirit and a team player
• Competent general business writing and public speaking

• Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific role
• Opportunity to work side-by-side with company leaders
• Group activities and team events
• Paid housing (some locations)
• Potential full-time employment opportunities

Full-Time Employee Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap)and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance(100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

Our internship and new college graduate program is best designed for students who seek an immersive and hands-on experience. At Southland, we view every student as a potential hire and ensure each intern, co-op student, and new college graduate is truly set up for success to accomplish short-and long-term career goals.

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As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.

Job Location Union City, California, United States Position Type Intern

Alternate Location

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