Field Engineer Intern - Heavy Civil - Southwest 2026

Requisition ID: 177937 Job Level: Internship Home District/Group: Southwest District Department: Field Operations Market: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Temporary Position Overview Are you interested in a hands-on real-world learning experience directly related to the skills needed in a full-time construction career? In this internship, you will have the opportunity to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions within construction management. Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether weu2019re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. Thereu2019s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you wonu2019t find anywhere else. District Overview Kiewit Southwest District specializes in heavy civil, transportation and water projects, we typically self-perform a large portion of the work. We self-perform work such as mass grading, drainage, PCCP paving, utilities and more. We are looking for people committed to the construction industry with safety, quality, costs and schedule in mind. Location One of the many things that makes Kiewitu2019s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. Although headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the Southwest District has projects that span across the entire nation for rail-specific projects. Our work spans as far north as Washington and as far east as Texas. Our projects are in both large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires. Responsibilities u2022 Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities u2022 Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction u2022 Maintaining records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc. u2022 Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments u2022 Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate u2022 Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc. u2022 Working with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials Qualifications u2022 Ability to travel or relocate as needed u2022 Ability to work full-time during the summer (approximately May-August) u2022 Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related u2022 Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide-ranging climates and environments u2022 Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative u2022 Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time u2022 Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity u2022 Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt u2022 Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills u2022 Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives u2022 Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail u2022 Other common names for this role: Office Engineer Intern, Office Intern, Field Intern #LI-SS2 Other Requirements: u2022 Regular, reliable attendance u2022 Work productively and meet deadlines timely u2022 Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment u2022 Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. u2022 Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. u2022 May work at various different locations and conditions may vary Base Compensation: $17.50/hr - $24.50/hr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package thatu2019s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Company: Kiewit

Created: 2025-10-02