Project Engineer Intern

MCIS Inc•Phoenix, AZ

12d•$22 - $24

About The Position

The Project Engineer Intern will support the project team in planning, coordinating, and executing construction activities, gaining hands-on experience in project documentation, field coordination, scheduling, and construction processes in a fast-paced jobsite environment. The internship offers exposure to Safety, Operations, and Quality, as well as opportunities to learn about logistics, procurement, subcontracting, onboarding, and project leadership.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Strong interest in construction project management and field operations.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to work in both field and office environments.
Ability to walk active construction sites and comply with PPE requirements.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Procore or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

Review project-specific and MCIS Safety Manuals.
Participate in daily Pre-Task Plan (PTP) meetings and weekly General Contractor (GC) safety meetings and all-hands huddles.
Conduct and support jobsite safety inspections and support adherence to safety standards and reporting protocols.
Learn and apply project engineering concepts, including RFIs, submittals, and contract documents.
Assist with writing and tracking RFIs; review and process submittals and shop drawings; and maintain accurate RFI and submittal logs.
Assist with project scheduling, including micro-scheduling and three-week look-ahead planning.
Coordinate material deliveries and support procurement efforts.
Participate in weekly subcontractor meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
Support document control and drawing management, using Procore for project management functions such as RFIs, submittals, and documentation.
Take daily project progress photos and maintain organized records; assist with field documentation and reporting.
Schedule meetings and support project communications, including owner-related coordination and interactions.
Participate in jobsite walks with the Superintendent to review work quality.
Review approved shop drawings and help verify that field installations comply with them.
Schedule time with QA/QC leadership to learn quality standards and procedures, and support QA/QC policies and documentation practices.
Visit local warehouses to understand operational workflows and engage with Logistics and Procurement teams to learn material management processes.
Review active and upcoming subcontracts to understand project scope and contractual obligations.
Attend Academy sessions to support onboarding and training initiatives.
Gain exposure to project and departmental leaders through periodic interactions.