Summer Project Engineer Intern — Hands-On Experience

U.S. Engineering; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Engineering offers a Project Engineer Internship in Kansas City, MO for the summer of 2027. This full-time 10–12‑week program runs May through August 2027 and pays competitively.

Interns gain hands-on experience supporting Project Managers on construction projects, with orientation, site walks, and networking with leadership. The role develops coordination, documentation, and fieldwork skills through real project tasks, including planning, scheduling, and data collection, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Science, Architectural Engineering, or similar preferred.
• Relevant technical or administrative experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing at a commercial, industrial, or institutional level.

Responsibilities

• Documentation: Assist in preparing technical documentation such as reports, RFI’s, and submittals.
• Project Coordination: Support project engineers in coordinating project tasks, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure timely project delivery.
• Fieldwork: Participate in site visits and inspections to gather data, verify installations, and ensure adherence to design specifications.
• Problem-Solving: Aid in identifying and troubleshooting engineering issues during the design and implementation phases.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers, designers, and project managers to achieve project goals.
• Learning and Development: Take part in training sessions and workshops to enhance technical skills and knowledge in mechanical construction.
• Take project meeting minutes and document substitution requests.
• Assist Project Manager in the development and nurturing of client relationships.
• Prepare and maintain productivity reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Proactive thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering

Job description

U.S. Engineering offers a Project Engineer Internship in Kansas City, MO for the summer of 2027. This full-time 10–12‑week program runs May through August 2027 and pays competitively.

Interns gain hands-on experience supporting Project Managers on construction projects, with orientation, site walks, and networking with leadership. The role develops coordination, documentation, and fieldwork skills through real project tasks, including planning, scheduling, and data collection, while