Project Engineer Intern

Ryan Companies US Inc; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off

Pet insurance

Ryan Foundation – charitable matching

Job summary

Ryan Companies is seeking a Project Engineer Intern for 2027, with options for a summer internship May–August or a Spring Co‑op Jan–Aug, or a Fall Co‑op May–Dec. You will assist the project team in completing designated projects while learning construction industry processes, procedures, and Ryan policies.

As an intern you will gain exposure to budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders, and you will develop an understanding of job-site coordination, scheduling, quality

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering/management within 18 months of graduation.
• Available to work 40 hours/week for at least three months.
• Familiar with estimating techniques and cost control methods.
• Able to read contracts, specifications and drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain a working understanding of budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders.
• Develop understanding of job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control and safety.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost estimation

Contract reading

Communication

Education

Construction eng/management degree (pursuing, within 18 months)

Job description

Ryan Companies has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Project Engineer Intern.

This position is available in 2027 as a summer internship running from May–August, or a Spring Co‑op running from January–August, or a Fall Co‑op running from May–December.

As a Project Engineer Intern, you will assist the project team in the completion of designated projects while focusing on learning construction industry processes, procedures, and Ryan business policies.

What you will do

• Gain a working understanding of budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders.
• Develop a first‑hand understanding of job‑site coordination, scheduling, quality control and safety.

Qualifications and requirements

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering/management or a closely related field and within 18 months of graduating.
• Be able to work 40 hours a week for at least a three‑month term.
• Have a general knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control methods.
• Have the ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Possess the ability to read and understand contracts, specifications and architectural and engineering drawings.
• Communicate clearly orally and in writing.

Eligibility

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Equal Opportunity

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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