Project Controls Intern (4D Planning & Visual Scheduling)

APM Terminals • Elizabeth, NJ

16h • Onsite

About The Position

APM Terminals is seeking a Project Controls Intern to support their team on a major infrastructure program. The intern will help build a visual, model-based project schedule using 4D planning to improve clarity, planning, and decision-making. This role involves working at the intersection of design models and schedule data, transitioning from traditional PowerPoint-based timelines to visual demonstrations of construction sequencing and phasing. The position offers hands-on exposure to digital planning tools used to communicate complex project information across engineering, planning, and delivery teams. APM Terminals is a global leader in port and terminal operations, committed to continuous improvement, Lean principles, and fostering a dynamic learning culture.

Requirements

• Continuous improvement mindset: someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day
• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
• Foundational understanding of BIM or 3D modeling tools such as Revit, Navisworks, or similar platforms
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with complex datasets across models and schedules
• A structured, analytical thinker who enjoys translating technical information into clear, visual outputs

Nice To Haves

• Interest in project planning and scheduling, with exposure to Primavera P6 or similar tools considered an advantage but not required

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Controls team in integrating 3D design models with schedule data using tools such as Synchro or Navisworks
• Assist in developing 4D visualizations that clearly communicate construction sequencing, phasing, and dependencies
• Help structure, clean, and align schedule activities to ensure consistency between planning data and model elements
• Produce clear visual outputs, including animations and snapshots, for internal reviews, reporting, and stakeholder discussions
• Coordinate with engineering and design teams to obtain, review, and validate model inputs
• Contribute to improving how the team transitions from traditional PowerPoint-based schedules to model-based visual planning
• Support documentation of lessons learned to enable scaling of 4D planning across future project scopes

Benefits

• Dynamic learning and training culture that empowers employees to excel
• Opportunity to develop skills and advance careers through Lean principles
• Diverse, multinational workplace where operational insights directly influence work
• Exposure to a major infrastructure program where digital planning and visualization directly support real construction sequencing and decision-making
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard project controls, scheduling, and BIM-based tools in a live project environment
• A structured internship with clear success criteria, mentorship from experienced project controls professionals, and meaningful deliverables
• A supportive environment that values balance, learning, and collaboration across engineering, planning, and delivery teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern