Intern - Transportation Construction Inspection (Field Based!)

C&S Companies; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Companies in Syracuse, NY invites undergrad and grad students to join as a Summer 2027 Transportation Construction Inspection Intern. This on-site, 12-week program pairs interns with mentors and provides hands-on experience in civil engineering and construction management.

You'll support project teams from design through construction, gain exposure to field inspections, AutoCAD, and MS Office, and develop professional skills in a collaborative, real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to pursue a career in civil engineering or construction management.
• Solid analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Resourceful and self-motivated.
• Solid organizational skills with a focus on details.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform, under close supervision, routine aspects of civil engineering and construction management requiring knowledge and application of principles learned in course of study.
• May use computer-assisted engineering software and equipment to perform tasks.
• Collect and prepare data for evaluation
• Assist in the coordination of projects from the design phase all the way through construction.
• Provide support to staff members as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Education

Freshman year completed in Civil Eng./Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Summer 2027 Transportation Construction Inspection Intern

Syracuse, NY

Who we are:

C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 600 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.

At C&S Companies, we believe a supportive work environment, strong culture, and opportunities to grow are essential to a rewarding career. Our size allows us to provide guidance and resources without the bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and employee-focused workplace built on integrity, trust, accountability, and fun.

This commitment extends to our Internship Program, which gives college students hands-on experience applying their technical studies and learning the ins and outs of the A/E industry. Interns take on meaningful projects that complement their academic work, helping them transition smoothly from student to professional.

Who you are:

Here at C&S Companies we're always on the lookout for passionate undergraduate and graduate students looking to take their next step. What this means is that you are:

• Currently a matriculated undergraduate OR matriculated graduate student
• Pursuing a relevant course of study (Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, etc.,)
• A go getter looking for a hands-on opportunity to experience the world of Transportation Construction Inspection
• Available for 10-12 weeks during Summer 2027

What you'll be doing on the day to day:

• Perform, under close supervision, routine aspects of civil engineering and construction management requiring knowledge and application of principles learned in course of study.
• May use computer-assisted engineering software and equipment to perform tasks.
• Collect and prepare data for evaluation
• Assist in the coordination of projects from the design phase all the way through construction.
• Provide support to staff members as needed.

About our internship program:

C&S Companies internship program is a ~12 week full-time on-site summer experience. Interns are paired with mentors within their area of expertise and generally work on a mix of internal and external projects tailored to the intern's professional interest. This includes both office and field work, professional development seminars and opportunities, technical trainings taught by our subject matter experts, networking opportunities, and more!

Minimum Education & Experience Required

Must have completed freshman year of a degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other related degree and be a matriculated student at time of internship.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong desire to pursue a career in civil engineering or construction management.
• Solid analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Resourceful and self-motivated.
• Solid organizational skills with a focus on details.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and management.
• Previous internship experience and/or involvement as an active member of related professional student association a plus.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Estimated Compensation Range and Benefits

$18.00 - 24.00/hr.*

*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

Learn about our comprehensive Benefits

WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 600 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.