2027 Summer Intern - Heavy Civil Engineering - Richmond, VA

About the role

Location: Richmond, VA Branch is searching for an Engineering Intern to join our Summer Internship program. We are searching for rising Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who are pursuing degrees in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management and/or a related degree. Our program is designed to provide a structured and supportive learning environment whereby the Intern will develop impactful skills and attributes necessary for a successful career in the construction industry. We are looking for students with integrity because it’s not just about the work we do, but how we do it.

Responsibilities

• Assist Design-Build Coordinators with the goal of learning the process for winning and managing Design-Build Projects
• Work with pursuit teams and/or project teams (including designers) to influence and advance design efforts for the project
• Attend Technical Work Group meetings as well as meetings with designers/owners
• Assist Design-Build Coordinators with research (specifications) and documentation
• Assist Design-Build Coordinators with deliverables (meeting minutes, schedules, etc.)
• Brainstorm with project teams to find solutions to construction or design issues that will improve safety, quality, and schedule, and/or reduce cost
• Develop working drawings/work plans in support of project teams
• Interact with subcontractors, vendors and owners
• Participate in cost planning and scheduling, materials procurement, cost control, and quality management
• During the final stages of the program, the intern will prepare a presentation outlining their experience at Branch
• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action steps

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled college students interested in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management and/or a related degree
• Courteous and professional attitude when dealing with co-workers, customers and the public
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal
• Strong analytical and computer skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Travel is required
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record is mandatory
• Passionate and determined to make a difference

Requirements

• Physical demands: regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds
• Vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus