Civil Construction Engineering Internship
About the role
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm enhancing infrastructure and communities across the country. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
Location
This position is based out of our Milwaukee, WI, or Neenah, WI, offices but will be designated as a field-based role, with tasks 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 report.
The Impact You Will Have
- Review and confirm with the project supervisor 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.
What You Will Need
- 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 organization 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
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