Summer Field & Office Engineer Intern – Civil Construction

Kiewit; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit’s Eastern District is offering an Engineering Intern position within the Field Operations department for the Summer 2027 Intern Program. The role provides hands-on experience in field engineering, planning, cost control, scheduling, and material procurement on heavy civil construction projects in the Northeast and Great Lakes areas.

In this internship, you will develop skills in project coordination, safety practices, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, while gaining exposure

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, construction management or related field.
• Willing to travel or relocate as needed for project assignments.
• Available to work full-time during the summer (May–August).

Responsibilities

• Field engineering and operation planning for project segments.
• Cost control and project scheduling support.
• Quantity tracking and material procurement assistance.
• Contract administration and supervision of field activities.
• Review plans/specifications to determine material needs and pricing.
• Coordinate with suppliers to facilitate material delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Willing to travel/relocate

Education

Civil eng./construction mgmt degree (undergrad/grad)

Job description

Kiewit’s Eastern District is offering an Engineering Intern position within the Field Operations department for the Summer 2027 Intern Program. The role provides hands-on experience in field engineering, planning, cost control, scheduling, and material procurement on heavy civil construction projects in the Northeast and Great Lakes areas.

In this internship, you will develop skills in project coordination, safety practices, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, while gaining exposure