Summer Construction Project Engineer Internship

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. invites applications for a 2027 Summer Internship program supporting projects in Sacramento, San Jose, and San Francisco, CA.

Interns are paired with a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager on-site to gain exposure to the building process and apply engineering and leadership skills to real-world situations. Responsibilities span general contracting, scheduling, material procurement, systems coordination, drawings, and safety documentation.

Qualifications

• Sophomore or junior standing pursuing a bachelor's degree in CM/CE/EE/ME or related major.
• Valid interest in pursuing a career in Construction/Project Management is required.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes.
• Willingness to relocate and/or commute for the internship duration.

Responsibilities

• Assist team with General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Exposure to Construction Scheduling
• Material & Equipment procurement and expediting
• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
• Shop drawing and submittal review and coordination
• Participation in and documentation of project coordination meetings
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
• Maintenance of As-Built plans
• Exposure to and monitoring of quality control on site and in shop
• Monitor and document job-site safety and accident prevention

Skills

Sophomore/Junior standing

Interest in construction/PM

Construction principles

Willing to relocate/commute

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/CE/EE/ME or related

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. invites applications for a 2027 Summer Internship program supporting projects in Sacramento, San Jose, and San Francisco, CA.

Interns are paired with a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager on-site to gain exposure to the building process and apply engineering and leadership skills to real-world situations. Responsibilities span general contracting, scheduling, material procurement, systems coordination, drawings, and safety documentation.