Intern Operations- Construction

KLJ•Grand Forks, ND

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an Intern Operations position within the construction field at KLJ. The intern will assist senior engineers in various civil engineering projects, including design, planning, drafting using software like AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and regulatory standards. Key aspects of the role involve preparing technical reports, progress updates, maintaining project records, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams such as construction managers and project managers to meet deadlines. The position also emphasizes learning and development through training sessions and meetings to stay updated on the latest trends in civil engineering and construction management. KLJ expresses a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of its employees.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl.
Regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Regularly required to talk or hear and communicate clearly.
Ability to occasionally walk on uneven terrain up to two miles per day.
Ability to frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds and infrequently up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Assist in Design and Planning: Help senior engineers in the design and planning of civil engineering projects, including roads, bridges, buildings, or utilities.
Drafting and Modeling: Use software tools like AutoCAD or Civil 3D to assist in drafting design plans, blueprints, and 3D models for various engineering projects.
Conduct Site Inspections: Assist with site visits and inspections to ensure that projects are being built according to design specifications and regulatory standards.
Documentation and Reporting: Help prepare technical reports, progress updates, and maintain records of project developments and modifications.
Collaborate with Teams: Work with multidisciplinary teams, including construction managers, and project managers, to ensure projects are on track and meet deadlines.
Learning & Development: Attend training sessions and meetings to learn about the latest trends in civil engineering and construction management.