Project Engineer Internship - Marine Construction

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); Remote; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) program with generous matching

Annual bonus eligibility

Health, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

A leading marine construction company is seeking a Project Engineer Intern for Summer 2026. This role involves assisting with project scheduling, documentation, and field activities across the United States. Candidates pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and having strong organizational and communication skills are preferred. This internship offers valuable exposure to heavy civil and marine projects, making it an exciting opportunity for those interested in the construction field.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineer, Construction Management or related field.
• Interest in heavy civil/marine construction.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work in the field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project administration, scheduling, and documentation.
• Support contract management, change orders, and reporting.
• Participate in field surveying, layout, and quality control activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Education

Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

As a Project Engineer Intern in our Marine Construction Groups, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting the planning and execution of heavy civil and marine projects. This is a Summer 2026 internship or 6‑month co‑op opportunity that requires 100% travel to project sites across the United States, giving you a front‑row seat to complex construction operations.

You’ll learn directly from experienced project engineers, superintendents, and managers while working on projects such as:

• Railroad bridge projects
• Inland barge terminal and dock construction
• Coastal port facility improvements

What you’ll learn & do:

• Assist with project administration, scheduling, and documentation.
• Support contract management, change orders, and reporting.
• Participate in field surveying, layout, and quality control activities.
• Gain exposure to estimating, cost tracking, and project management software.
• Learn Brennan’s approach to safety, efficiency, and collaboration.

What we’re looking for:

• Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineer, Construction Management or related field.
• Interest in heavy civil/marine construction
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work in the field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, on computers and other electronic devices
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be a self‑starter, highly organized, and creative
• Superior time‑management and organizational capabilities, including the ability to accurately benchmark project length, deliver on deadlines

Who is Brennan?

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. (Brennan) is a100-year-old,family-owned company that specializes in water-basedenvironmental remediation andmarine construction headquartered in La Crosse, WI that offers our employees growth, challenging work, empowerment, and meaningful work.Brennan is known for tackling complex maritime projects, providing unique solutions through teamwork and collaboration, and maintaining a family-orientated culture.

• Ourculture sets us apart . We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success.
• Our focus onsafety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed.
• We are a family‑focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above‑average compensation.
• We offer an industry‑leading benefits package. We are proud to offer our employees and their families group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit‑sharing program.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

J.F. Brennan Company Inc. (“Brennan”) and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan’s resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan’s Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.

Accessibility

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Equal Opportunity Statement

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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