Project Controls Intern (4D Planning & Visual Scheduling)

Damco Spain SL; United States; On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Dynamic learning and training culture

Job summary

A global shipping leader is seeking a Project Controls Intern to support major infrastructure projects in the United States. The role involves building visual project schedules and assisting teams with integrating design models and scheduling data. Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in Civil Engineering or related fields and have some exposure to BIM tools. This internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and a structured learning environment focused on continuous improvement and career development.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Foundational understanding of BIM or 3D modeling tools such as Revit, Navisworks, or similar platforms.
• Interest in project planning and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Controls team in integrating 3D design models with schedule data.
• Assist in developing 4D visualizations that communicate construction sequencing.
• Help structure and align schedule activities to ensure consistency.

Skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

BIM or 3D modeling tools (Revit, Navisworks)

Primavera P6

Job description

Project Controls Intern (4D Planning & Visual Scheduling)

APM TerminalsSupport the Project Controls team on a major infrastructure program by helping build a visual, model‑based project schedule that improves clarity, planning, and decision‑making. You will work at the intersection of design models and schedule data, supporting the shift from traditional PowerPoint‑based timelines to 4D planning that visually demonstrates construction sequencing and phasing. This role offers hands‑on exposure to how digital planning tools are used to communicate complex project information across engineering, planning, and delivery teams.

Appetizer

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be apart of our journey.

What We Can Offer

At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Exposure to a major infrastructure program where digital planning and visualization directly support real construction sequencing and decision‑making

• Hands‑on experience with industry‑standard project controls, scheduling, and BIM‑based tools in a live project environment

• A structured internship with clear success criteria, mentorship from experienced project controls professionals, and meaningful deliverables

• A supportive environment that values balance, learning, and collaboration across engineering, planning, and delivery teams

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Controls team in integrating 3D design models with schedule data using tools such as Synchro or Navisworks

• Assist in developing 4D visualizations that clearly communicate construction sequencing, phasing, and dependencies

• Help structure, clean, and align schedule activities to ensure consistency between planning data and model elements

• Produce clear visual outputs, including animations and snapshots, for internal reviews, reporting, and stakeholder discussions

• Coordinate with engineering and design teams to obtain, review, and validate model inputs

• Contribute to improving how the team transitions from traditional PowerPoint‑based schedules to model‑based visual planning

• Support documentation of lessons learned to enable scaling of 4D planning across future project scopes

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline

• Foundational understanding of BIM or 3D modeling tools such as Revit, Navisworks, or similar platforms

• Interest in project planning and scheduling, with exposure to Primavera P6 or similar tools considered an advantage but not required

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with complex datasets across models and schedules

• A structured, analytical thinker who enjoys translating technical information into clear, visual outputs

Reporting & Integration

You will report to the Head of Project Controls (or delegate) and work day‑to‑day with the Planning Engineer and design teams. You will be embedded within the Project Controls function, collaborating closely with engineering, planning, and delivery stakeholders throughout the internship.

What Success Looks Like

By the end of the internship, you will have contributed to a structured 4D model covering a defined project scope, established clear linkages between schedule activities and model elements, and produced visual outputs actively used in planning or reporting. Your work will help improve clarity in how digital planning can be scaled beyond static presentations to support smarter project execution.

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Work Schedule: Interns will work full-time during the summer and part-time during the academic year. No overtime.

Salary: $25/HR

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