Summer Project Engineer Intern with Housing Stipend

Boyd Jones Construction; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Boyd Jones Construction is offering a 12‑week Project/Field Engineer Intern program in Urbandale, IA. You will gain real‑world exposure to the construction industry by supporting daily site activities and collaborating with experienced engineers, superintendents, and project managers.

You will contribute to quantity take-offs, site surveys, and documentation while learning about the full project lifecycle from preconstruction to closeout.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited program in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, math, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily activities on active building construction projects.
• Perform quantity take-offs, layout, and site surveys.
• Support RFIs, submittals, and shop drawing reviews.
• Assist in maintaining project schedules and cost tracking.
• Participate in project meetings and documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Math skills

Problem‑solving

Written & verbal communication

Self‑motivation

Education

Construction Management/Engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling software

Job description

Boyd Jones Construction is offering a 12‑week Project/Field Engineer Intern program in Urbandale, IA. You will gain real‑world exposure to the construction industry by supporting daily site activities and collaborating with experienced engineers, superintendents, and project managers.

You will contribute to quantity take-offs, site surveys, and documentation while learning about the full project lifecycle from preconstruction to closeout.