Construction Engineering & Inspection Intern - Summer 2027

DOWL•Reno, NV

11h•Onsite

About The Position

DOWL is seeking an Intern to join our amazing Construction Engineering and Inspection team! This position provides engineering assistance to the Construction Engineering and Inspection Market Sector responsible for managing, administering and inspecting civil infrastructure projects as well as in-service inspection of structures. We are the People Who Make It Happen, so getting and keeping the best and the brightest is one of our most important missions. Join a team of skilled engineers and construction professionals at DOWL!

Requirements

Minimum one to two years (two years preferred) of college-level course work in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering or construction engineering technology.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical analysis, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to effectively present information to clients, co-workers, and the public.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Should be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, software.
Ability to prioritize special projects and daily workload to ensure that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in construction or civil engineering related fields is desirable.

Responsibilities

Establish and document existing conditions at project sites through research and site visits
Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering construction projects
Conduct site visits to construction projects to monitor quality and progress of the work
Assist survey crews
Perform construction inspection of transportation and heavy civil projects
Assist in the in-service inspection of structures including bridges, walls, culverts, and tanks
Other engineering related duties as assigned