Field Engineer Internship -Summer 2027
About The Position
William Charles Electric, part of MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group, is hiring Field Engineer Interns for summer 2027. Interns assist the Project Manager and Construction Manager on their assigned projects, including supporting project-specific quality plans, site-specific plans, material inventory, and receiving. The position may be based anywhere in the United States and combines time in the Rockford, Illinois office with work at job sites. Project assignments may be anywhere in the continental United States. The role requires project-specific travel, including up to 75% overnight travel. A designated per diem is provided to help cover lodging and other living expenses while working away from home. Extended work hours and weekend work may be required. This is a temporary internship paying $20–$21 per hour. No company benefits are offered. The position may be subject to pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug testing.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Occupational Safety and Health, or Environmental Safety and Health; Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degrees are also applicable.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- At least 24 college credits completed.
- Basic understanding of the construction industry and accepted business practices.
- Comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat, and noise.
- Able to meet the 100% project-specific travel requirement.
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to work within a team.
- Deadline-oriented.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Written and oral communication skills.
- Adaptable and willing to learn.
Responsibilities
- Perform field survey work related to layout and tracking of work activities using PC-based software and GPS station/field equipment.
- Assist with managing project-specific quality control records and ensuring required reporting is completed.
- Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating required audits and inspections, and ensure they are performed and documented.
- Assist with material inventory and receiving paperwork.
- Assist with final job closeout, as-builts, and job binder creation.
- Assist with subcontractor scheduling and management.
- Assist with RFI (Request for Information) submittals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Designated per diem to help cover lodging and other living expenses while working away from home.
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Career Level
Intern
