About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in construction management. You will learn key roles and functions within our operations while working on real-world projects. This position is full-time and temporary, running during the summer from May through August 2027.
What you'll do#
- Perform field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, and quantity tracking.
- Handle material procurement, contract administration, estimating, and supervision of field activities.
- Complete engineering tasks using standard techniques and address minor technical problems that arise during construction.
- Maintain records for job progress, costs, and material usage.
- Plan and schedule job segments.
- Investigate problems or incidents and recommend solutions.
- Review plans and specifications to determine material requirements and pricing.
- Work with suppliers to manage and expedite material deliveries.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
- Ability to work full-time during the summer months.
- Willingness to travel or relocate as needed for project requirements.
- Capacity to access all areas of a construction site in various climates and environments.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines.
- High level of organization, time management, and attention to detail.
- Commitment to ethics, integrity, and safety.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.
Location & details#
- Location: Grapevine, Texas.
- This is an on-site, full-time paid internship.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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