2027 Summer Project Engineer Internship

Granite Construction • Nampa, ID

22h

About The Position

The Project Engineer Intern assists construction engineering operations to ensure construction work complies with engineering standards. This internship provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and networking opportunities at Granite. The role supports project estimating and construction activities through drawing interpretation, documentation, material coordination, change-order support, quantity tracking, and cost control. Work may be subject to outside conditions and may occur around large construction equipment, requiring attention to safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and currently working toward a bachelor’s degree.
• 0–2 years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform trigonometric calculations manually or with a calculator.
• Ability to assume responsibility and communicate and interact effectively with others.
• Team-player attitude.
• Ability and willingness to abide by the Company’s Code of Conduct daily.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Course of study in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret designs and drawings to support takeoffs, bidding, workforce planning, and construction projects.
• Prepare and distribute documentation to a supervisor, including status reports, punch lists, sketches of completed work, and material requirement calculations.
• Provide technical support and direction regarding project materials, including specifications, delivery dates, and construction schedules.
• Assist with change orders and estimates by preparing drawings and sketches to support estimating and construction work as job requirements change.
• Develop job-related data, including quantity take-offs and material pricing, to support accurate estimates and bids.
• Maintain accurate records of work quantities and installed materials for construction project cost controls.
• Comply with and support corporate safety initiatives to help ensure a safe work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending plans.
• Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness.
• Access to two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross; Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular plan for eligible interns.
• Access to Granite’s 401(k) plan, with a 100% employer match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred into the plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern