Project Controls Internship 2026

KBR, Inc.•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. At KBR, the Project Services Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the estimating, procurement, planning, cost, progress, and performance management of large-scale EPC projects. This internship is designed for high-potential students or recent graduates seeking a technical foundation in project controls and exposure to how data, governance, and disciplined processes drive successful project delivery. The intern will work alongside experienced project controls professionals supporting live capital projects and will develop practical skills in estimating, procurement, scheduling, cost control, earned value management, forecasting, and performance reporting within a structured, mentored environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Primavera P6 or MS Project is an advantage

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and maintaining integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 and/or MS Project
Support schedule logic development, baseline setup, and progress updates
Support project budget setup, cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis
Assist in progress measurement and Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis
Support change tracking, risk registers, and project controls reporting
Assist with quantity take-offs, cost build-ups, and estimate reviews in support of project and proposal estimating activities
Support cost benchmarking using historical project data and market intelligence
Participate in estimate reviews, scope clarification, and value engineering discussions
Support coordination between Project Controls and Supply Chain teams for cost, schedule, and progress alignment
Assist with tracking procurement milestones, vendor deliverables, and expediting status
Help integrate procurement data into project schedules, forecasts, and performance reports
Support analysis of procurement impacts on cost trends, cash flow, and project risk