Project Engineer Intern - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Life Insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Educational Assistance

PTO

Wellness Programs

Parenting Benefits

Employee Discounts

Pet insurance

Ryan Foundation charitable matching

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Ryan Companies is offering a Project Engineer Intern position in Des Moines, IA for 2027. The role supports the project team, helping with budgets, contracts, and site coordination while learning Ryan processes and policies.

The internship runs May–August, or academic co-ops January–August, or May–December in fall terms. The candidate should be pursuing a related bachelor's degree and be prepared to work full-time for a three-month term, with opportunities to participate in learning across

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in construction engineering/management or related field within 18 months of graduating.
• Be able to work 40 hours/week for at least a three-month term.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project team in completing designated projects while learning construction processes and Ryan policies.
• Assist with budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders; support job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control and safety.

Skills

Budgets & cost control

Contract reading

Scheduling

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing construction eng/management degree

Job description

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.

Some things you can expect to 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.

To be successful in this role

• You must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in construction engineering/management or closely related field and within 18 months of graduating.
• Be able to work 40 hours a week for at least a three-month term.

You will really stand out if you

• 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

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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