Transportation & Infrastructure Intern (Field) - Summer 2027

Centro Escolar University; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Centro Escolar University is seeking a Civil Engineering student for an in-house and on-site internship. You will oversee contractor operations under supervising engineers, review plans, maintain records, and participate in team and client meetings for construction projects.

The role emphasizes transportation and infrastructure interest, strong communication, and reliable transportation to travel to the Chicagoland area. CAD software skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering.
• Interest in Transportation & Infrastructure.
• Strong communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to travel to and from assigned job site in the Chicagoland area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, inspect, and monitor contractor's operations under the direction of supervising engineers.
• Review, interpret, and correct errors in plans and calculations.
• Maintain and organize construction records.
• Attend team and client meetings in house and on-site for construction projects.
• Develop and maintain strong client relations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Oversee, inspect, and monitor contractor's operations under the direction of supervising engineers
• Review, interpret, and correct errors in plans and calculations
• Maintain and organize construction records
• Attend team and client meetings in house and on-site for construction projects
• Develop and maintain strong client relations

About You

The company is looking for:

• Current student pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering
• Interest in Transportation & Infrastructure
• Strong communication skills
• Good organization and computer skills
• Reliable transportation to travel to and from assigned job site in the Chicagoland area
• Past design and/or delivery work experience is a plus
• Openness to learn and have fun

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $20 - $25 per hour, based on experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities