Project Engineer Co-op/Intern - Civil Construction

Independence Excavating, Inc.; Brecksville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Excavating, Inc. is offering a Project Engineer Co-op/Internship across multiple offices (Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Sterling, VA). Candidates are college students in civil engineering, construction management, or related fields.

Interns will gain exposure to estimating, project management, surveying, and field operations while supporting field crews. The program emphasizes safety, integrity, and value, with a strong travel component and opportunities to contribute to real

Qualifications

• College students enrolled in 2- or 4-year programs pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Interns expected to work 40+ hours per week.
• Locations include Cleveland OH, Pittsburgh PA, Sterling VA, with traveling opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in estimating and project management activities, including bid prep, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Assist in developing and maintaining critical path project schedules.
• Support assistant superintendent tasks including look-ahead schedules and material takeoffs.
• Coordinate surveying tasks using AutoCAD and field crew for layout and GPS setup.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team player

Problem solving

Academic standing

Education

Civil Engineering or related field (Associate/Bachelor)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Independence Excavating, Inc. is offering a Project Engineer Co-op/Internship across multiple offices (Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Sterling, VA). Candidates are college students in civil engineering, construction management, or related fields.

Interns will gain exposure to estimating, project management, surveying, and field operations while supporting field crews. The program emphasizes safety, integrity, and value, with a strong travel component and opportunities to contribute to real