Summer Field Engineer Intern — Heavy Civil Construction

Kiewit; Cayuga (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit’s Eastern District is seeking Engineer Interns for their Summer 2027 Intern Program in the transportation-focused portfolio. You will participate in field engineering, planning, and cost control while supporting scheduling, procurement, and inspection activities.

Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil, electrical, construction management or related fields, and be willing to travel/relocate for assignments May–August.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, construction management or related
• Willing to travel or relocate as needed
• Ability to work full-time during the summer (May–August)
• Strong work ethic and safety mindset
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to access construction sites in varying environments

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities
• Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction
• Maintaining records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments
• Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Working with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials

Skills

Travel

Relocate

Team player

Strong communication

Education

Undergrad/Grad in civil, electrical, construction mgmt

Job description

Kiewit’s Eastern District is seeking Engineer Interns for their Summer 2027 Intern Program in the transportation-focused portfolio. You will participate in field engineering, planning, and cost control while supporting scheduling, procurement, and inspection activities.

Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil, electrical, construction management or related fields, and be willing to travel/relocate for assignments May–August.