Summer Field Office Engineer Intern

Kiewit Corporation; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Mass Electric Construction Co. (MEC) offers a hands-on internship in construction management, providing exposure to field operations and district projects. You’ll learn through real‑world tasks and participate in project teams across the MEC Industrial district.

Position emphasizes field engineering, cost control, scheduling, procurement, and documentation while supporting project flows and safety protocols. Ideal for students seeking a full‑time construction career with travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related
• Ability to travel or relocate as needed
• Strong work ethic and high ethical standards
• Passion for safety and teamwork

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 regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments
• Investigating problems and/or incidents; identifying solutions
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements and pricing
• Working with suppliers to facilitate delivery of materials

Skills

Field engineering

Project scheduling

Cost control

Material procurement

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

Mass Electric Construction Co. (MEC) offers a hands-on internship in construction management, providing exposure to field operations and district projects. You’ll learn through real‑world tasks and participate in project teams across the MEC Industrial district.

Position emphasizes field engineering, cost control, scheduling, procurement, and documentation while supporting project flows and safety protocols. Ideal for students seeking a full‑time construction career with travel opportunities.