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Construction Field Engineer Internship - Summer 2027

CompanyRagnar Benson, LLC
LocationRockford
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist project managers and construction managers with quality control, site planning, and material inventory. They will also perform field survey work, manage subcontractor scheduling, and handle project documentation like RFIs and as-builts.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
60
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Ragnar Benson Construction, LLC, a MasTec company, is a General Contractor located in Chicago, Illinois. We specialize in passenger and heavy rail construction, as well as mid-to-large size healthcare, higher education and commercial building projects. Ragnar Benson has been serving the local and national construction industry since 1922. We are a client oriented company that focuses on long term relationships in key markets as well as emerging markets in various portions of the construction industry. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country. Recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR): #2 Sanitary & Storm Sewers, #8 Highways, #16 Bridges and Water Treatment, #18 Sewage & Waster, #20 Transportation, #25 Water Supply. Additionally, MasTec has ranked #5 on the Top 400 Contractors List overall. We are hiring. Join our team today!
About the Role
Overview

Ragnar Benson is hiring for Summer 2027 Internships. The Field Engineer Intern will focus on assisting with providing support to the Project Manager and Construction Manager of their assigned project. General responsibilities include assisting with implementation of the project specific Quality Plan, site specific plans, material inventory and receiving.

 

Company Overview:

 

Ragnar Benson Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in commuter rail, intermodal facilities, and ports. With almost 40 years of experience in the railway industry, we offer various delivery models, including general contracting, construction management, preconstruction, and design-build services. In addition, we specialize in constructing intermodal facilities, classification yards, mechanical repair facilities, fueling facilities, automobile marshaling terminals, and mainline capacity improvements. Focusing on innovation, safety, and environmentally-responsible construction, Ragnar Benson delivers quality work and service.


Responsibilities

  • Performs field survey work regarding layout and tracking of work activities, utilizing PC based software and GPS station/field equipment.
  • Assist with managing project specific quality control records and ensuring that required reporting is accomplished.
  • Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating to ensure that all required audits/inspections are performed and documented.
  • Assist with material inventory and receiving paperwork.
  • Assist with final job closeout, as-builts, job binder creation.
  • Assist with subcontractor scheduling and management
  • Assist with RFI (Request for Information) submittals
  • Extended work hours and weekend work may be required.
  • Will provide other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Currently pursuing undergraduate, four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Occupational Safety and Health/Environmental Safety and Health
  • Other applicable degrees include:  Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Requirements:

  • Comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat and noise
  • 100% Project Specific travel is required
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • 24 hours of college credits completed
  • Have a basic understanding of the construction industry and accepted business practices 

Competencies Required:

  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Deadline Oriented
  • Problem Solving
  • Written and Oral Communication
  • Adaptable and willing to learn  

Compensation $18-$21 /hour.  This is a temporary position, no company benefits are offered. 

 

 

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

 

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

 

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

 

Key Skills
Field surveyQuality controlProject management supportMaterial inventorySchedulingSubcontractor managementRFI submittalsConstruction planningData reportingTeamworkProblem solvingCommunicationAdaptabilityGPS station equipmentPC based software
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringManagement & LeadershipEnergyTransportation