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Construction Engineering Intern (43799)

CompanyCollins Engineers, Inc
LocationMilwaukee
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 17, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will monitor contractor conformance to quality and performance specifications, perform daily field inspections, and assist in report completion. They will document field conditions and contractor progress while keeping the Resident Engineer informed of daily activities.
Internship Type
other
Salary Range
$22 - $26
Company Size
561
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
In 1979, Collins Engineers, Inc. opened its doors in Chicago providing engineering services in structural and transportation analysis and design, and underwater engineering. It was in the field of underwater engineering that Collins pioneered the use of professional engineers as diving inspectors in the evaluation of underwater structures. Today, Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and provides design and analysis services coupled with field experience to the transportation, marine, and construction industries. Collins’ insistence on obtaining firsthand knowledge means that our engineers are on the project from start to finish, from the initial on-site inspection to the design of repairs, from performing the construction administration to following up with construction inspection. Such practical experience provides a unique and customized approach in the development of solutions, and provides continuity for our clients. Not only does Collins incorporate this valuable knowledge into its engineering services, Collins applies it to the advancement of the industry as a whole. Collins regularly authors manuals in conjunction with participating in the implementation of industry protocol, nationally and internationally. Continually on the leading edge of standards and methodology, Collins provides engineering ingenuity and solutions to complex problems, and realistic, honest answers.
About the Role

Job Details

Job Location: Milwaukee, WI 53221
Salary Range: $22.00 - $26.00

Collins' Milwaukee office has an opening for a civil engineering student to gain hands-on experience with construction management projects. This role will work with professional licensed engineers inspecting construction activities, documenting contract quantities, and creating reports using data collections from the field. This position will provide hands-on experience collaborating on construction management and inspection projects and working on other various tasks with our seasoned engineers.

This internship is for Summer of 2026 and will be primarily in the field. 

 

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for monitoring contractor conformance to quality, performance, and specifications for assigned construction activities
  • Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records
  • Assists in the completion of reports 
  • Measures and records pay item quantities
  • Assists with coordination with contractor foreman or superintendent
  • Documents field conditions, contractor progress and issues
  • Keeps Resident Engineer informed of workload, issue resolution and any daily activities
  • Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety

 

Qualifications


Education and/or Experience:

  • Junior or senior working towards a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited university, or associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management 
  • Previous software experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Blue Beam, or Civil 3D is a plus
  • Previous software experience in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe PDF or other PDF editing software is a plus
  • A valid driver's license

 

Key Skills
Civil EngineeringConstruction ManagementField InspectionsQuality MonitoringReport WritingData CollectionAutoCADMicroStationBlue BeamCivil 3DMicrosoft Office SuiteAdobe PDFSafety AwarenessContract DocumentationIssue ResolutionContractor Coordination
Categories
EngineeringConstructionTrades