Project Engineer Intern

Kids for the Future; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Weis Builders, a premier construction company with over 85 years of delivering high-quality projects, offers a summer Project Engineer Intern program for sophomores and juniors. You will work on real-world projects with direct contact with subcontractors, architects, and owners, gaining hands-on experience across estimating, project management, and field operations.

Learn and implement best practices in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to support scheduling, contracts, and client

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a similar construction program.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Desire to take initiative, problem-solve, and contribute to successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in projects, helping ensure they are completed on or ahead of schedule and on or under budget.
• Assist in writing and negotiating contracts and change orders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other project partners.
• Contribute to development and management of production schedules.
• Support the project team in delivering a final product that delights clients and exceeds expectations.
• Learn and implement best practices in the construction industry through real-world challenges.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Eagerness to learn

Initiative & problem-solving

Education

Pursuing degree in Construction Management/Construction Engineering

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

• Location 8420 West Bryn Mawr Ave,Suite 1010,Chicago, IL, 60631,United States
• Employee Type FT Intern
• Manage Others No

Weis Builders is a premier construction company with over 85 years of delivering high-quality projects that make a lasting impact on communities.Lay the foundation for your career with our immersive summer internship program designed for sophomores and juniors. As a Project Engineer Intern at Weis Builders, you will dive into real-world projects that take you to the core of the construction industry. With direct contact with subcontractors, architects, and potentially owners, your involvement will grow as the internship progresses. Many of our interns return for multiple summers, gaining a broad range of experience across estimating, project management, and field operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in exciting projects, helping ensure they are completed on or ahead of schedule and on or under budget


• Assist in writing and negotiating contracts and change orders


• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other project partners


• Contribute to the development and management of production schedules


• Support the project team in delivering a final product that delights clients and exceeds expectations


• Learn and implement best practices in the construction industry through real-world challenges

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a similar construction program


• A GPA of 3.0 or higher


• Strong communication and organizational skills


• Eagerness to learn and gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment


• A desire to take initiative, problem-solve, and contribute to successful project outcomes


• Previous industry experience is a plus, but not required

About Weis Builders

Weis Builders, established in 1939, has maintained a reputation for building solid relationships. We have continued to exceed clients' expectations with our versatility, responsiveness, talented associates, and progressive attitude. Weis Builders excels in various markets, including multi-family, senior living, student living hospitality, health care, retail, and commercial. We support the development needs of our clients by providing delivery methods such as general contracting, design/build, and construction management.

Why Join Weis Builders?

• Gain real-world experience in the construction industry


• Opportunity for multi-summer internships, offering exposure to project management, estimating, and field operations


• Work with a team that values innovation, client satisfaction, and career development


• Contribute to projects that positively impact communities and clients


• Competitive learning environment with support from experienced professionals

Drive Meets Opportunity

At Weis Builders, we recognize that you have the drive and we're here to provide the opportunities. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and problem‑solving skills to our team and start building your career on a solid foundation. The future begins with Weis Builders.