Construction Intern, Summer 2027

Michael Baker International•Moon Township, PA

1d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking a Construction Intern to work from its Moon Township, Pennsylvania office on inspection projects throughout Pennsylvania. Under the direction of the Construction Services Manager, the intern will monitor and document whether highway, roadway, and/or bridge projects are built in accordance with plans and specifications, and perform subordinate testing and inspection services on road and bridge projects. Between field assignments, the role may include design tasks, administrative support, and tracking the progress of current projects.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related construction field.
At least two years of completed coursework in the degree program.
Willingness to pursue technical certifications.

Responsibilities

Review plans and specifications for assigned work on active construction contracts and notify the manager of apparent constructability issues or plan errors.
Assist with overseeing daily operations of contractor or subcontractor personnel to help ensure work follows plans and specifications.
Assist with reviewing contractor schedule updates, submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and other required contractual communications.
Track construction progress and assist with reviewing contractor schedules and short-term look-ahead activities.
Participate in project progress, coordination, safety, and other construction meetings.
Assist with preparing meeting minutes and identifying and tracking action items.
Take and document measurements and observations of work to track accurate quantities for unit-price activities.
Prepare detailed field drawings or electronic templates for as-builts and payment applications.
Monitor material-testing needs, including concrete yield, slump, and air-content testing; soils or aggregate moisture and density testing; and other code-required special inspections.
Understand and apply testing frequencies for materials used on the contract to ensure sufficient testing covers the work performed.
Assist inspection staff with electronically documenting pay quantities, material requirements and deliveries, and contractor staffing in Daily Field Inspection Reports.
Perform other tasks as required.
Between field assignments, perform possible design tasks, assist with administrative duties, and track progress on current projects.