Internship/Co-Op, Field Engineer

McGough•Roseville, MN

27d•$25 - $27

About The Position

The Field Engineer Internship/Co-op at McGough provides hands-on experience in construction field operations on high-profile, unique, and complex projects. Interns learn essential building construction principles and processes, gain exposure to roles across the organization, and receive mentorship and networking opportunities. The experience is intended to help launch a construction career and provide a foundation for a future superintendent role. The position is based at various jobsites and/or a corporate or regional office, with travel to project sites, events, and other company activities. Work includes outdoor duties in varied weather and routine exposure to dirt, dust, and other materials; protective clothing and respirators may be required. The role also involves frequent work on elevated structures such as ladders and scaffolds. The hourly base salary range is $25.00–$27.00, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. Final pay depends on factors such as geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Interns are offered medical benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and holiday pay.

Requirements

Be a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
Be energized by fast-paced environments and able to tackle challenges.
Be a team player who is self-motivated and ready to lead when needed.
Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Be comfortable with technology and quick to learn new tools and systems.
Bring an innovative mindset and look for creative ways to solve problems.
Be able to perform the physical requirements of the role, with reasonable accommodations where applicable; these include working outdoors in varied weather, frequently working on ladders and scaffolds, and regularly reaching with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

Assist the on-site Superintendent and Foreman with tasks.
Track and verify quantities.
Track materials inventory.
Learn and assist with building layout and site surveys on some projects.
Help organize, store, and maintain project tools.
Participate in pre-installation meetings, first-work inspections, inspections, and documenting quality-control issues and observations; learn basic constructability checks and balances.
Coordinate material and equipment deliveries.
Assist with writing Requests for Information (RFIs).
Work with subcontractors and help organize trade work, schedules, and tasks.
Attend weekly coordination meetings and participate in project planning.
Maintain as-builts and organize project documents using construction project management systems such as Procore, CmiC, and SharePoint.
Participate in safety audits and meetings.
Maintain accurate daily logs.
Develop basic communication skills, including meeting notes, email writing, and participation in Teams meetings.