Summer Construction Engineering Intern — Mentored Hands-on

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. seeks a Construction Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. This is a full-time temporary (seasonal) internship supporting active construction projects under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers.

Interns gain hands-on experience in construction engineering, including design during construction, logistics planning, means and methods, crane/hoist planning, and on-site observations, with a dedicated supervisor and planned activities during a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• This is an entry level position with no previous experience required.
• Currently enrolled in an ABET-Accredited College Engineering Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural engineering analysis and design of temporary and permanent works.
• Support structural analysis of permanent structures during the construction phase.
• Contribute to evaluating construction sequence proposals.
• Prepare sketches and markups to communicate design concepts to clients and contractors.
• Assist in preparing project deliverables, including reports, permit applications, drawings and specifications, cost estimates, field data collection, shop drawing reviews, calculations, material testing, and BIM/CADD work.
• Participate in basic survey tasks and observe construction activities.
• Incorporate feedback from Project and Technical Managers into work products.
• Complete assigned tasks within established schedules and budgets while developing professional skills.

Education

ABET-Accredited College Engineering Program

3.0 GPA or higher

Job description

KCI Technologies, Inc. seeks a Construction Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. This is a full-time temporary (seasonal) internship supporting active construction projects under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers.

Interns gain hands-on experience in construction engineering, including design during construction, logistics planning, means and methods, crane/hoist planning, and on-site observations, with a dedicated supervisor and planned activities during a 40-hour work week.