Civil Construction Engineering Internship

Civil Construction Engineering Internship

We have an opportunity for a civil engineering construction intern who will work on a broad range of civil and roadway construction engineering projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily inspection and documentation of a variety of infrastructure projects.

Benesch's civil construction group comprises highly skilled professionals. This position will give you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience bringing civil engineering design projects to life.

Our benefits include paid overtime, flexible schedules, and great people to work with all around. Take your career to the next level by applying today.

This position is based out of our Naperville, IL, and Chicago, IL, offices but will be designated as a field-based role, and tasks will be carried out from an assigned field location. Travel to project sites is a necessary component of this internship. Successful candidates must undergo and pass a driving record check.

The Impact You Will Have

• Review and assure the project supervisor of the adequacy of the budget and schedule.
• Perform construction observation of construction activities and follow applicable project procedures.
• Maintain a field book in accordance with project procedures.
• Perform measurements of construction work performed and quantity calculations of pay items.
• Prepare the Inspector's Daily Reports and other project documentation as required by the project procedures and as directed by the project supervisor.
• Report to the project supervisor on the work progress, including technical issues, the status of work remaining to be done, and any noted deficiencies.
• Review plans, specifications, and submittals relating to assigned work.
• Provide design or other professional assistance to project managers.
• Maintain company-owned vehicles or other equipment assigned for use on the project.

What You Will Need

• Pursuing your BS in Civil or Construction Engineering or in a related engineering curriculum required
• Experience working on field projects desired.
• Exposure to ArcGIS, MicroStation, and Geopak, and/or AutoCAD is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform services efficiently and within budgets and schedules.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Good driving record and valid driver's license.