Civil Construction Engineering Internship

About the Role

We have an opportunity for a civil engineering construction intern who will work on a broad range of civil and roadway construction engineering projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily inspection and documentation of a variety of infrastructure projects. Benesch's civil construction group comprises highly skilled professionals. This position will give you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience bringing civil engineering design projects to life.

Location & Logistics

This position is based out of our Naperville, IL, and Chicago, IL, offices but will be designated as a field-based role, and tasks will be carried out from an assigned field location. Travel to project sites is a necessary component of this internship. Successful candidates must undergo and pass a driving record check.

Responsibilities

• Review and assure the project supervisor of the adequacy of the budget and schedule.
• Perform construction observation of construction activities and follow applicable project procedures.
• Maintain a field book in accordance with project procedures.
• Perform measurements of construction work performed and quantity calculations of pay items.
• Prepare the Inspector's Daily Reports and other project documentation as required by the project procedures and as directed by the project supervisor.
• Report to the project supervisor on the work progress, including technical issues, the status of work remaining to be done, and any noted deficiencies.
• Review plans, specifications, and submittals relating to assigned work.
• Provide design or other professional assistance to project managers.
• Maintain company-owned vehicles or other equipment assigned for use on the project.

Requirements

• Pursuing your BS in Civil or Construction Engineering or in a related engineering curriculum required.
• Experience working on field projects desired.
• Exposure to ArcGIS, MicroStation, and Geopak, and/or AutoCAD is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform services efficiently and within budgets and schedules.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Good driving record and valid driver's license.

Pay & Benefits

Illinois Pay Range: $18—$30 USD. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits include paid overtime, flexible schedules, and great people to work with all around. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan.

Why Benesch

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one