INTERN- New Bern, NC
About The Position
The Engineer Intern supports project teams in planning, coordinating, and executing construction activities. The internship provides hands-on experience in field and office engineering functions, including scheduling, estimating, quality control, safety, and cost management. It is intended for students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. The intern gains experience in project engineering, field supervision, construction management, the project life cycle from preconstruction through closeout, and safety, quality, and cost management in heavy civil construction. Work takes place at the Thurman Rd Project Site in New Bern, North Carolina, in both outdoor construction-site and office environments. Travel or relocation to project sites may be required. The role is a temporary, full-time summer or semester-based internship; performance may be considered for future full-time employment opportunities.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum sophomore-level standing or equivalent coursework in construction or engineering fundamentals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to work in both field and office settings.
- Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to AutoCAD or Bluebeam.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily project documentation, including field reports, quantity tracking, and progress photos.
- Support engineers and superintendents with layout, surveying, and verification of field measurements.
- Participate in project planning and scheduling using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
- Help prepare and review submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), and change order documentation.
- Observe and support quality control and safety inspections.
- Assist in maintaining project logs, drawings, and as-built documentation.
- Participate in weekly coordination and subcontractor meetings.
- Perform material take-offs and cost tracking for assigned work packages.
- Support project closeout activities, including punch lists and documentation review.
- Learn and apply company policies, safety practices, and construction standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
