Civil Engineering / Construction Management Internship (Summer 2025)

Rieth-Riley Construction Co. • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

The Civil Engineering / Construction Management Internship at Rieth-Riley Construction Company offers students an opportunity to gain practical work experience and college credit in the field of horizontal construction. Interns will assist with various administrative and technical tasks on construction projects, providing a comprehensive learning experience under the guidance of industry professionals.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office essential.
• Problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support an estimator, project manager, superintendent, or quality control with on-site administrative tasks, operations, and technical aspects of projects in heavy highway/road construction.
• Conduct surveying, testing, sample collection, and drawing correction and filing.
• Prepare reports, conduct safety inspections, and manage submittal logging and processing.
• Handle time keeping, cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, and subcontractor monitoring.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and call vendors and subcontractors for proposals.
• Attend bid openings, conferences, and other relevant meetings.
• Review drawings and specifications for completeness, accuracy, or discrepancies.
• Assist with planning and scheduling, processing change orders, extra work orders, and preparing requests for progress payments.
• Arrange utility services and prepare charts and formal reports.
• Conduct density testing and core sample collection.
• Perform quality control calculations and measurements.
• Supervise punch-list activities and obtain permits and licenses, checking zoning and code requirements.

Benefits

• Paid internship with hourly rate of pay.
• Scholarship awards for full-time student interns after each year of internship, ranging from $1,500 to $2,250 based on years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree