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Support Engineer Intern

CompanyRailWorks
LocationWest Mifflin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will work with engineers to understand construction and maintenance processes, becoming familiar with drawings, charts, and terminology. They will be involved in project assignments related to railroad, industrial, and rail transit projects across North America.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$17 - $23
Company Size
803
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada. As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying homage to a long history of world-class service. What We Do: - Rail Construction & Maintenance - Signals & Communications - Steel ties and turnouts via our NARSTCO division - Maintenance of Way services Our Customers: - Transit authorities and transportation agencies/departments - Railroads of all sizes - Passenger and commuter rail lines - Private industries serviced by rail
About the Role

Job ID: 19525 

Benefits Offering

This position does not qualify for benefits. 

Compensation

Pay range: $17-23/hour depending on experience

Position Summary

RailWorks is a growing enterprise that works on some of the most prominent and complex rail transportation projects in North America. We seek capable, motivated college students who are interested in jumpstarting their careers by gaining real-world construction industry experience. 
 
The RailWorks Internship program is open to full time college/university students pursuing a bachelor’s degree and enrolled in an accredited program focusing on the rail construction and maintenance fields. The areas of civil, mechanical, electrical and/or project management engineering provide an excellent background for the internship program.  
 
To properly understand how construction/maintenance works, interns will work with engineers and become familiar with drawings, charts and construction terminology.
 
The internship program is generally 12 to 16 weeks in length, depending upon available projects and the time commitment available from the intern. Project assignments include railroad, industrial and rail transit projects across North America.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

•    Excellent interpersonal skills with the desire and ability to work will all levels of the organization 
•    Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 
•    Read, understand and follow RailWorks’ values 
•    Approach assignments with enthusiasm 
•    Ability and desire to do physical labor when and where necessary 
•    Be able to work independently and as a member of a team 
•    Ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment where numerous tasks and projects occur simultaneously and continually change 

Required Skills and Qualifications

•    A full time college/university students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or a similar disciple and/or enrolled in an accredited program focusing on the railroad/construction/maintenance fields. 
•    Must be a student in a good standing with their college/university 
•    Have a sincere desire to gain experience in and knowledge of the company and industry 
•    Legally able to work in the United States  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

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RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada.  We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity.  We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.  RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.    

  

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. 

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Key Skills
Interpersonal SkillsWordExcelPowerPointOutlookConstruction TerminologyTeamworkMulti-taskingPrioritizationPhysical LaborEnthusiasmIndependence
Categories
EngineeringConstructionTransportation