Project Controls Intern; 4D Planning & Visual Scheduling

Overview

APM Terminals supports the Project Controls team on a major infrastructure program by building a visual, model‑based project schedule that improves clarity, planning, and decision‑making. The role works at the intersection of design models and schedule data, supporting the shift from traditional PowerPoint‑based timelines to 4D planning that visually demonstrates construction sequencing and phasing. This internship offers hands‑on exposure to digital planning tools used to communicate complex project information across engineering, planning, and delivery teams.

A dynamic learning and training culture that empowers employees to excel. The commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring every team member can develop skills and advance their careers. You will experience a diverse, multinational workplace where operational insights directly influence how we work, exposure to a major infrastructure program that supports real construction sequencing and decision‑making, hands‑on experience with industry‑standard project controls, scheduling, and BIM‑based tools in a live project environment, mentorship from experienced project controls professionals, and a supportive environment that values balance, learning, and collaboration across engineering, planning, and delivery teams.

• Support the Project Controls team in integrating 3D design models with schedule data using tools such as Synchro or Navisworks.
• Assist in developing 4D visualizations that clearly communicate construction sequencing, phasing, and dependencies.
• Help structure, clean, and align schedule activities to ensure consistency between planning data and model elements.
• Produce clear visual outputs, including animations and snapshots, for internal reviews, reporting, and stakeholder discussions.
• Coordinate with engineering and design teams to obtain, review, and validate model inputs.
• Contribute to improving the transition from traditional PowerPoint‑based schedules to model‑based visual planning.
• Support documentation of lessons learned to enable scaling of 4D planning across future project scopes.

• A continuous improvement mindset: naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Foundational understanding of BIM or 3D modeling tools such as Revit, Navisworks, or similar platforms.
• Interest in project planning and scheduling; exposure to Primavera P6 or similar tools is an advantage but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with complex datasets across models and schedules.
• A structured, analytical thinker who enjoys translating technical information into clear, visual outputs.

You will report to the Head of Project Controls (or delegate) and work day‑to‑day with the Planning Engineer and design teams. You will be embedded within the Project Controls function, collaborating closely with engineering, planning, and delivery stakeholders throughout the internship.

By the end of the internship you will have contributed to a structured 4D model covering a defined project scope, established clear linkages between schedule activities and model elements, and produced visual outputs actively used in planning or reporting. Your work will help improve clarity in how digital planning can be scaled beyond static presentations to support smarter project execution.

FLSA Status:
Non‑exempt.

Work schedule:

Interns will work full‑time during the summer and part‑time during the academic year. No overtime. Salary: $25 per hour.

APM Terminals is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities in the U.S. All qualified applicants are encouraged regardless of race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy or parental leave, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories may be considered in accordance with legal requirements. For special assistance or accommodations, contact the Human Resources Department at reason or acc