About the role#
As a Dredging Field Engineer Intern, you will gain hands-on experience with dredging means, methods, and project management. You will work on-site to support field operations, learn hydrographic surveying, and assist with technical documentation. This is a paid, full-time internship opportunity.
What you'll do#
- Track and report daily quantities for labor and materials.
- Provide technical engineering information and interpret plans and specifications.
- Enforce quality control and coordinate inspections with consultants.
- Review shop drawings and submittals for contract compliance.
- Maintain project job costing and update project schedules.
- Assist with CAD drawings and process survey data.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an upper-division student in Civil, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Ability to solve practical problems and interpret complex instructions.
Location & details#
- Location: San Rafael, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $26 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About The Dutra Group
The Dutra Group operates as a heavy civil marine contractor with a focus on infrastructure, dredging, and marine construction. Founded in 1904, the company maintains headquarters in San Rafael, California. It consists of three integrated divisions that manage projects ranging from harbor maintenance to aggregate supply. The organization employs 237 people and serves both governmental and private sector clients.
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