Assistant Project Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

The Christman Company•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

Get out of the classroom and Build More with your internship experience at The Christman Company! Our internship program provides undergraduate students opportunities to learn about different building types and delivery methods while gaining on-the-job experience in the various markets we build in. From training and mentoring, to daily job responsibilities, and networking events, our internship program thoroughly prepares students for a career in the industry! The Christman Company is looking for Assistant Project Engineer Interns for the upcoming Summer Internship Program! As a valued member of our operations team, you will have opportunities to gain hands-on experience during either project planning and/or construction phases. This internship will provide a great opportunity for a college student to play a significant role on a construction project leadership team, develop construction management expertise, learn technology applications that support efficient and effective delivery of construction management services, and participate in a broad range of project planning and/or construction management services. The internship will offer opportunities to support team members and bring value by recognizing challenges early and planning ahead for important project activities.

Requirements

Active, full-time Sophomore-Senior level student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Shows participation and/or leadership roles in student organizations or extracurricular club activities.
Minimum 3.0 GPA

Nice To Haves

Previous work or internship experience in the commercial construction industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides administrative and technical support to the project team.
Assists with Request for Information (RFI), document control and management, creation and tracking of submittals, cost tracking, and schedule updates
Assist in summarizing important discussions, questions, and decisions raised during regular project team meetings, owner meetings, and weekly subcontractor meetings.
Reads through and understands specification books to ensure compliance and project quality
Assist the Project Manager with identifying necessary inspections, create project-specific inspection log according to Christman standards, establish relationships with inspectors, schedule inspections, and ensure readiness for inspection.
Assist in updating contract drawings to reflect all approved changes and ensure trade contractor document updates.
Assist Superintendents with daily reports and manage all progress and quality photos.
Post all required safety information and signage to inform all workers and site visitors about site hazards and confirm appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including mandatory hardhats and safety glasses is worn at all times.
Model safety awareness and planning at all times while observing safety practices and report any concerns to the Project Superintendent or Project Manager.
Supports the logistics process for all safety initiatives listed in the site-specific safety plan.
Assists with other tasks as assigned.