Project Controls Intern (4D Planning & Visual Scheduling)

Maersk • Elizabeth, NJ

14h

About The Position

APM Terminals supports the Project Controls team on a major infrastructure program by helping build a visual, model-based project schedule that improves clarity, planning, and decision-making. This role involves working at the intersection of design models and schedule data, supporting the shift from traditional PowerPoint-based timelines to 4D planning that visually demonstrates construction sequencing and phasing. It offers hands-on exposure to how digital planning tools are used to communicate complex project information across engineering, planning, and delivery teams. APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, enables global trade and drives sustainable growth. The company is driven by a mindset of continuous improvement, observing how work happens, identifying value, and removing obstacles. They constantly seek smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating, valuing learning and commitment to continuously improve daily operations.

Requirements

• 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

• A dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel
• Commitment to improvement driven by Lean principles
• Opportunity to develop skills and advance careers
• Diverse, multinational workplace where operational insights directly influence how we 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees