Junior Estimator Intern: Field Data & Cost Estimating

DBI Consultants; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

DBI Consultants invites a 10-week Summer internship for Junior Estimators across multiple US locations, including Detroit. You will work with seasoned estimators and project managers to learn how damage assessment projects are measured, documented, and presented.

This paid internship offers $20.00–$27.50 per hour, with opportunities to visit project sites, gather data, and gain hands-on experience in estimating tools. The program aims to hire most interns into entry-level roles after graduation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the AEC field such as civil engineering or construction management.
• Strong career interest in construction consulting, estimating, and project management.
• Comfortable working full time in both office and field environments.
• Willingness to travel locally and work within or atop damaged buildings, including roofs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site visits to collect measurements, photos, and project details.
• Support the analysis of labor, materials, and timelines for project estimates.
• Help track costs and flag differences between projected and actual figures.
• Learn to prepare professional reports and data entries in estimating tools.
• Gain exposure to industry software like Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu.

Skills

Interest in construction

Education

AEC field degree pursuit (civil eng/ construction mgmt)

Tools

Xactimate

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

DBI Consultants invites a 10-week Summer internship for Junior Estimators across multiple US locations, including Detroit. You will work with seasoned estimators and project managers to learn how damage assessment projects are measured, documented, and presented.

This paid internship offers $20.00–$27.50 per hour, with opportunities to visit project sites, gather data, and gain hands-on experience in estimating tools. The program aims to hire most interns into entry-level roles after graduation.