McNally - Field Engineer Intern - Spring 2027

McNally Companies; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

McNally Companies in Cleveland, OH offers a hands-on Construction Intern program designed to immerse students in real-world project management, estimating tunnel projects, and field engineering.

As an intern you will support engineering tasks, AutoCAD work, prepare daily and weekly reports, track materials, assist with subcontractors, and gain exposure to project management on active sites.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant engineering or construction degree, with at least 4 semesters completed.
• Willing to work full-time during the spring term.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Support field engineering, planning, cost control, and scheduling.
• Assist with material procurement and subcontractor management.
• Prepare daily/weekly project reports and document changes.
• Review plans and determine material requirements and pricing.
• Coordinate with suppliers to expedite materials.
• Maintain records of job progress and costs.

Skills

Team player

Strong organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Civil, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Requisition ID: 182433

Job Level: Internship

Home District/Group: Weeks Marine - McNally

Department: Intern

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Position Overview

Are you interested in a hands-on real-world learning experience directly related to the skills needed in a full-time construction career? In this internship, you will have the opportunity to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions within construction management.

It's our goal to offer an educational hands-on work experience that will assist students in their career decision. Our internship program offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience including estimating new tunnel projects and/or field engineering and project management when assigned to an ongoing project. Working on a project site, responsibilities may include engineering support, which consists of temporary engineering and AutoCAD work, preparing daily and weekly reports, documenting project changes, subcontractor management, submittals, and materials procurement.

District Overview

McNally is one of the premier U.S. tunneling contractors and has had great success in the past with utility, sanitary, and transportation tunnels in places throughout the United States and Canada. Tunnel construction requires unique methods of problem solving and is an excellent way to utilize and expand your knowledge of various engineering disciplines as well as construction management via first-hand experience. With the continued aging of our infrastructure coupled with significant population growth in many areas of the world, the need to replace and build additional tunnels for transportation, water, and sewer systems is creating a surplus of exciting job opportunities.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

This internship will be located in Cleveland, OH.

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities.
• Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction.
• Maintaining records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments.
• Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate.
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Working with suppliers as required, facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in civil, mechanical engineering or construction management and have completed at least 4 semesters of school prior to internship.
• Ability to work full‑time during the work term (Spring: Jan-April).
• Have an interest in heavy civil construction.
• Able to work well with a team.
• Willing to work outside, if assigned to a project site.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Other common names for this role: Office Engineer Intern, Office Intern, Field Intern.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: $20.00/hr - $24.00/hr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.