Project Engineer Internship - Marine Construction

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc.; La Crosse, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. offers a Project Engineer Intern position in their Marine Construction Groups, focusing on planning and execution of heavy civil and marine projects.

The role requires 100% travel to sites across the United States, providing frontline exposure to complex construction operations. You will learn from experienced project engineers and managers while supporting administration, scheduling, and field activities, with opportunities across railroad, dock, and coastal projects.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work in the field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills; self-starter, highly organized, and creative.
• Superior time management and organizational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 internship 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.

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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