Student Internship - Construction Administration and Management

Olsson; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Positive impact on communities

Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Summer 2027 student intern for our Construction Administration and Management team in Lincoln, NE. You will gain hands-on experience performing civil construction management tasks, inspections, and documentation while learning to read drawings and codes.

Collaborate with experienced staff on projects across public utilities, highways, and municipal streets. You should be pursuing a degree in CM, civil engineering, or surveying, with strong communication, detail-orientation,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in construction management, civil engineering, construction engineering, surveying, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in teams.
• Attention to detail in field inspections and documentation.
• Willingness to travel or work overtime as needed during the summer.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction management tasks on civil infrastructure projects.
• Inspect and perform tests to ensure conformance with project requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and codes.
• Develop project documentation and coordinate with clients and contractors.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Weather/terrain adaptability

Driver's license

Overtime availability

Safety awareness

Education

Construction management

Job description

Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.
We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
As a summer 2027 student intern with our Construction Administration and Management team, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. You will assist with a variety of duties related to construction management, construction administration, observation, and inspection for civil infrastructure projects that could include public utility, heavy highway, municipal streets, airports, water treatment, and wastewater recovery based on workload. Working alongside our experienced staff, you will inspect and perform tests to ensure that the work being performed on project sites is in conformance with the project requirements. You will learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and codes while also learning to identify and avoid potential safety hazards in and around project sites. You will develop your skills in project documentation, client and stakeholder communication, and contractor management. You will work in all types of terrain and weather conditions, and on projects in various stages of construction. Weekend work or overnight travel may be required.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You Bring To The Team

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Pursuing a degree in construction management, civil engineering, construction engineering, surveying, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in varied weather and terrain conditions.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving history.
• Ability to work overtime hours during the summer as needed based on project workload.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As An Olsson Employee, You Will

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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