Internship, Construction Field Engineer - Summer 2026

MasTec • Centennial, CO

77d • $20

About The Position

The Industrial Intern is responsible for supporting and assisting the Project Manager with administration and management of one of MIC's construction projects. The role is often flexible depending on the specific project's requirements, and the makeup of the project management team and support staff. On larger projects with a big team, the role may be more specific and specialized. On smaller projects, a more general, jack-of-all-trades approach may be necessary. The Industrial Intern should be supporting the Field Engineers and Project Management team in evaluating the overall status of the project, searching for those things that have potential to negatively impact the project goals and objectives. This is a traveling, project based position. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US for your internship! When assigned to a project site, Interns will receive a weekly subsistence to help with living expenses while traveling. This is in addition to an excellent base salary. The role requires interfacing with all areas affected by the project including the client(s), distributors, vendors, and the ongoing strategic communication with project management regarding the status of the project.

Requirements

• Enrolled in 4-year university actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related field such as Construction Management or Engineering.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and execute independently, maintain excellent rapport with team members.
• Knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
• Self-motivated; capable of taking initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate team efforts, provide direction to team members, and communicate project objectives, parameters, status, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication.

Nice To Haves

• Willing to travel extensively and relocate to a project location for an extended period (typically 6-12 months).
• Ability to adapt and become an influential role-model of MIC's culture and values.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with Administering Accounting/Job Costs/Work in Progress (WIP) Updates
• Secure drawings and specifications to support the process of obtaining bids from qualified subcontractors, selecting a qualified candidate, and negotiating the subcontract.
• Act as a liaison between the project team and the contractor as the work progresses.
• Support for Field Change Order and Request for Information (RFI) Processes
• Support Development and Preparation of Schedule of Values and Invoices
• Support Field Engineer and Site Manager with ensuring that all engineering drawings, specifications, and other necessary documentation received at the job site are correctly received, dated, filed, and distributed.
• Ensure that drawings are delivered to the appropriate Craft Superintendent prior to physical placement of work.
• Record and transcribe meeting minutes, and support the Field Engineer with acting as a liaison with client project staff, generate correspondence, or any other supporting activity.
• Assist and support the Pre-construction Services, Estimating and Procurement Departments with necessary administrative and technical support as needed to fully execute reporting, updates and analysis.

Benefits

• Compensation $20 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Per diem payments when working on a project site (eligibility policy applies based on home address).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
• Group legal plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees