Construction Project Engineer Intern (July/August 2026)
About The Position
As a Construction Project Engineer Intern, embark on an enriching 8-10 week summer journey with our Internship Program, running from June to August 2026, an ideal opportunity to gain hands-on construction experience, sharpen your technical and project management skills, and build lasting professional connections. This role is hybrid, with 2–3 days onsite weekly in Bingham Farms, MI. 🌟“A Day in the Life” As a Construction Project Engineer Intern, you’ll gain real-world exposure to active construction projects through a mix of office-based and onsite work. Your days may include supporting project engineers with documentation and reporting, participating in site visits and inspections, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and learning how construction projects move from planning through execution. You’ll also become familiar with industry-standard tools and processes while working closely with experienced mentors invested in your growth. 🏆About McGrath What started as a small business over 45 years ago has blossomed into a $900M+ publicly traded (NASDAQ: MGRC) industry leader with 1,200+ employees, five dynamic business units, Mobile Modular, Portable Storage, TRS-RenTelco, Enviroplex, and Kitchens To Go. We’ve built our success on innovation, a strong entrepreneurial spirit, strong values, and an exceptional team. McGrath delivers modular solutions that help businesses, schools, and communities solve tough space and infrastructure challenges with speed and confidence. We offer ready-to-deploy buildings, storage, and specialized equipment, kitchens, EV charging stations and solutions specifically designed for data center campuses. Through our TRS-RenTelco division we bring test equipment from leading global brands to support entire data centers. We enable our customers to operate smarter, scale faster, and achieve lasting results.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited educational institution. Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with at least two years of undergraduate studies completed (junior status minimum)
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Resourceful, driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI and Power Query
- Self-starter, highly adaptable, self-motivated, and proactive
- Exceptional communication, influence, and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Team player with a collaborative mindset and customer-centric approach
- Open to constructive feedback and committed to continuous learning.
- Strong time management and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- Prior intern experience in a similar field
- Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management tools
Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects
- Support project engineers and project managers with documentation, scheduling, and reporting
- Assist with RFIs, submittals, and change orders
- Participate in site visits and inspections to monitor progress and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Track project budgets, timelines, and deliverables using project management software
- Utilize tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Excel to support project workflows
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Mentorship from high-level professionals
- Hands-on real-world training with finance leaders
- Participate in presentations to company leadership.
- Real-world experience beyond the classroom environment
- Build your professional network.
- A supportive workplace where YOU matter—and where EQ is as important as IQ.
- At McGrath, we don’t just build spaces, we build opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
