California) - Austin Commercial

Austin Careers•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Commercial is seeking interns for its Construction Engineering Internship Program. This program offers intensive, hands-on, real-world experience directly from seasoned construction professionals at Austin Commercial's construction projects. The internship program was ranked as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs of 2024. Paid internships are offered for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 (a 12-week full-time program). Potential project locations include Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth/Austin/Houston), Arizona (Phoenix area), Florida (Orlando/Tampa), and California (Los Angeles). Interns will gain career-enhancing experience on commercial construction projects, work and learn from industry experts, receive training in industry-specific software, and grow their professional network and skillset.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a degree in Construction Engineering or a related field.
Must be eligible to work in the US.
Must be able to work a regular scheduled workweek.

Nice To Haves

Experience with industry-specific software.
Familiarity with construction processes and techniques.

Responsibilities

Processing submittals by reviewing, filing and distributing submittals
Sending RFIs to architects and engineers
Keeping concrete, rebar, RFI and plan logs up to date
Resolving problems generated from the plans and/or specifications
Establishing control points and lines using field instruments (level, theodolite, total station)
Locating embeds in the slab and verifying embed locations per approved shops
Assisting in locating openings in the structure and assisting in establishing vertical control for the structure
Locating other miscellaneous items in the field (curbs, inlets, etc.)
Documenting: Updating and distributing construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings and samples
Aiding with quality control inspections utilizing specific software
Verifying pre-pour checklists and checking proper formwork framing/shoring installation per approved shops
Participating in and aiding with weekly safety meetings as requested, including writing meetings minutes
Leading project orientation and maintenance logs
Assisting with maintaining project look-ahead schedules
Assisting with trade contractor coordination and scheduling
Verifying proper construction techniques per plans and specs and raising concerns and following through with trade until corrected
Maintaining city inspection records and walking with Superintendent during inspections
Other miscellaneous duties as defined by the Project Manager or Superintendent