Weeks Marine Construction - Field Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Weeks Marine Construction Division is offering paid internships/co-ops for students majoring in engineering and construction. Interns will gain exposure to the fundamental activities performed within this industry.

This internship provides hands-on experience across project start-up, field engineering, scheduling, estimates, design, and drafting, with mentoring in a safety-focused environment. The program seeks motivated students ready to contribute to real projects.

Qualifications

• Completed sophomore year, preferably junior, in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Construction Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Coastal Engineering with GPA 2.95+.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Fluent in verbal and written English

Responsibilities

• Assist in project start-up, field engineering, scheduling, quantity take-offs, estimating, design, drafting and other tasks as needed.
• Apply knowledge in office and field settings.
• Follow safety policies and commit to an Incident and Injury Free environment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

English fluency

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Requisition ID: 182452

Job Level: Internship

Home District/Group: Weeks Marine - Construction

Department: Intern

Market: Marine

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Position Overview

Weeks Marine Construction Division is offering paid internships/co-ops for students majoring in engineering and construction. Interns will gain exposure to the fundamental activities performed within this industry.

District Overview

Weeks Marine’s vast reach and deep expertise, combined with the sheer size and diversity of its equipment fleet, enables the company to serve as a one-stop shop for clients in both the private and governmental sectors, providing exceptional customer service, environmental sensitivity, operational efficiency, and a long-standing commitment to safety. Weeks Marine is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey, and manages a network of regional offices in Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Guam, Ontario, and Nova Scotia.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project start-up, field engineering, scheduling, quantity take-offs, estimating, design, drafting and other tasks as needed.
• Apply knowledge, skills, and dispositions in a variety of settings including both office and field assignments.
• Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment.

Qualifications

• Successful candidates will have completed their sophomore year, preferably their junior year, in one of the following majors: Civil Engineering; Civil Engineering Technology; Construction Management; Electrical Engineering; Construction Technology; Mechanical Engineering; or Coastal Engineering with a GPA of 2.95 or higher.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crawl, stoop and/or sit.
• Ability to remain seated in a stationary position for long periods of time
• Ability to navigate around the office to use equipment as needed
• Light lifting (Up to 20 lbs.) as needed

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: 19/hr - 25.00/hr

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.