Junior Estimator (Summer 2027 Internship)

DBI Consultants • San Antonio, NY

89d • Hybrid

About The Position

DBI Consultants are construction experts who specialize in evaluating damaged structures. Our mission is simple: provide clear, independent, and accurate recommendations backed by hard evidence and deep expertise. In a world of uncertainty, we bring our clients clarity and confidence. The DBI Internship Experience is a well-organized and unique opportunity for high potential students in the AEC field. We supplement actual field and cost estimating experiences with custom training modules curated by The Learning Studio and facilitate companywide engagement with an Expert Speaker series. The Experience ends with a Capstone presentation to a small panel and a Team Leader review for potential future employment opportunities. Our goal is to hire 90% of Junior Estimators into entry-level permanent opportunities after completion of their degrees.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the AEC field such as civil engineering or construction management.
• Strong career interest in construction consulting, estimating, and project management.
• Comfortable working full time in both office and field environments.
• Willingness to travel locally and work within or atop damaged buildings, including roofs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site visits to collect measurements, photos, and project details.
• Support the analysis of labor, materials, and timelines for project estimates.
• Help track costs and flag differences between projected and actual figures.
• Learn to prepare professional reports and data entries in estimating tools.
• Gain exposure to industry software like Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu.

Benefits

• Paid internship offering between $20.00 - 27.50 per hour depending on education and experience.
• Potential for future employment opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree