ENGINEERING INTERN SUMMER 2027

Balfour Beatty • Wilmington, NC

3d

About The Position

The Engineer Intern supports project teams in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities. The position provides hands-on experience in field and office engineering functions, with exposure to scheduling, estimating, quality control, safety, and cost management. It is designed for students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. The internship is located at the Wrightsville Beach Bridges project in Wilmington, North Carolina.

This temporary, full-time internship may be summer- or semester-based. Performance during the internship 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.

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 activities using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Help prepare and review submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), 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 list and documentation review.
• Learn and apply company policies, safety practices, and construction standards.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Employee referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern