Inspection Intern

AECOM•Rocky Hill, CT

13d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Inspection Intern to work on-site in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The intern will assist with inspections of roadway and transportation infrastructure construction projects while learning standard inspection techniques, procedures, and criteria. The role involves observing and documenting construction activities, collecting field data, participating in reports and records, and shadowing experienced inspectors and engineers. The intern will also attend project meetings and site visits, review drawings and specifications, learn to use inspection tools and equipment under supervision, and assist with punch lists and final inspections. The position includes safety training and ongoing learning about construction materials, methods, and industry standards. The intern will collaborate with team members on small projects or parts of larger projects and perform assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related discipline and completed two years of study; alternatively, candidates who graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue to a master’s degree are eligible.
Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most recent school term and intend to pursue an advanced degree in the same or a similar discipline after the internship.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship experience.
Experience or interest in roadway- or transportation-related construction and/or inspection.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

Assist with on-site inspections of construction projects, focusing on roadway and transportation infrastructure.
Learn and apply standard inspection techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Observe and document construction activities for compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.
Collect and organize field data, including measurements, photographs, and material samples.
Help prepare daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project-progress records.
Shadow experienced inspectors and engineers to learn construction processes and inspection methodologies.
Attend project meetings and site visits to learn about project management and stakeholder communication.
Assist in reviewing construction drawings and specifications to understand project requirements.
Learn to use inspection tools and equipment under supervision.
Contribute to punch lists and assist with final inspections.
Participate in safety training and follow construction-site safety protocols.
Engage in continuous learning about construction materials, methods, and industry standards.
Collaborate with team members on small projects or specific aspects of larger projects.
Perform assignments that develop professional work knowledge and abilities using standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.