Construction Engineering and Inspection Intern

About the role

Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Intern – a 12‑week internship assisting with infrastructure projects involving roads, bridges, and utilities. The intern works under the guidance of experienced professionals, supporting project management, quality assurance, and field inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring, testing, and conformance of client/contractor work to ensure plans, specifications, materials, traffic & erosion control devices, quality‑assurance, and safety standards are met.
• Perform engineering inspection activities such as construction observation and field tests for concrete, asphalt, and earthworks under supervision of a senior engineer.
• Ensure all materials, procedures, and safety rules comply with the latest DOT standards.
• Record daily construction inspection notes for CEI document management.
• Assist engineers with development of spreadsheet tools.
• Copy and scan project‑related drawings.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Enrolled in an accredited college degree program in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (Junior or Senior preferred).
• Desired GPA 3.5 or higher.
• U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
• Current driver’s license with a safe three‑year driving record.
• Prior internship experience preferred but not required.
• Previous experience and working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office suite (required).
• Above‑average math calculation skills (required).
• Good oral and written communication skills (desired).
• Organization and planning skills (required).
• Demonstrated research skills and resourcefulness.
• Ability to work well individually and in a team.
• Demonstrated interest and ambition to learn and work in a competitive, fast‑paced industry.

Career Development

ICE pairs interns with experienced staff members who provide guidance, regular feedback, training, evaluation, and support. Interns report to a team lead who helps set goals, develop contacts, explore career opportunities, and identify resources. The program emphasizes collaborative learning, peer interaction, and aims to prepare interns to independently manage project tasks by the end of the internship. ICE’s recruiting team assists interns with full‑time employment opportunities after graduation.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Moderate physical activity such as walking, standing, bending, and climbing stairs or ladders.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to navigate construction sites, conduct thorough inspections, and discern visual details, colors, sounds, tones, and pitches.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication.
• Adaptability to interruptions, workflow changes, and ability to sit for extended periods.
• Work in varied environmental conditions (hot, cold, noisy) and stand/walk during site visits.
• Potential night and weekend work; exposure to active traffic.

Expected Hours of Work

The ICE office is open Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with an unpaid hour for lunch each day. Work schedules may vary according to the project schedule. This is an onsite position reporting to the ICE office five days a week.

Compensation

Compensation is competitive and based on factors such as educational background, experience, skills, certifications, and market trends. Specific details will be discussed during the hiring process.

About ICE

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE) is a leading transportation design and consulting firm headquartered in West Columbia, SC. Founded in 2005, ICE has grown to over 500 employees across 10 states, including nearly 150 licensed professionals and certified personnel. The firm provides civil and transportation engineering services for highways, bridges, hydrology, geotechnical engineering, and more, delivering innovative transportation solutions while prioritizing client service, safety, and employee well‑being.