Project Engineer Intern - 2027

Summer 2027 Intern Opportunity

Resume Is Required
Build your future by gaining real-world experience on active heavy civil construction projects.

Hunter Contracting Project Engineer Internship Program
Summer 2027 Intern Opportunity
Resume Is Required
Build your future by gaining real-world experience on active heavy civil construction projects.
The Hunter Contracting Co. Project Engineer Internship Program is a structured 13-week summer internship designed to provide hands-on experience working alongside our project teams in the field. As an intern, you'll be immersed in the day-to-day operations of active construction projects, learning directly from experienced project managers, project engineers, superintendents, and field professionals.

• Work alongside a dedicated project team on active construction projects.
• Receive mentorship from experienced construction professionals.
• Assist with project documentation, scheduling, quality control, subcontractor coordination, and project execution.
• Gain exposure to estimating, business development, safety, and other key areas that support successful project delivery.
• Participate in jobsite tours, professional development opportunities, and other events.
• Present your internship experience and key takeaways to Hunter leadership at the conclusion of the program.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience that prepares you for a successful career in heavy civil construction while allowing you to make valuable contributions to real projects from day one.

• Assist in maintaining and tracking the lookahead schedule.
• Visits job sites and obtains photographs to incorporate with plans.
• Reviews all project plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Become familiar with project requirements and scope.
• Research quantity discrepancies and make appropriate corrections.
• Tracks job costs in Spectrum.
• Assists with project estimating, including quantity take-offs, determining crew type, and duration of project.
• Recommends alternative methods to keep costs on target.
• Assist in processing change orders and RFIs.
• Creates letters, correspondence, and emails.
• Picks up plans and delivers equipment to and from job sites.
• Prepares Quality Control reports.
• Obtains approvals from upper management on necessary documents.
• Interfaces with vendors to obtain quotes and arrange delivery times for materials.
• Maintains constant communication with field and office individuals on project status.
• Adheres to all Hunter Contracting Co. safety policies, procedures, and instructions from management.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

• Looks at drawings or pictures and understands how they look at solid objects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.
• Follows oral and written directions.
• Works within precise standards of accuracy.
• Demonstrates an interest in technical construction background.
• Has focus encompassing both a strategic vision and attention to detail.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, meets deadlines, exercises good judgment, and handles high pressure situations.
• Approaches work in a meticulous, thorough, and detailed manner.
• Ability to work effectively with all divisions and/or departments and with the public.
• Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
• Can be trusted to maintain confidentiality and adhere to company values.
• Presents a positive image that reflects well on the organization.
• Proactively adapts and quickly acquires new skills.
• Prioritizes work to meet goals or deadlines.
• Demonstrates attentive and active listening skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours or weekends if required.
• Possesses a valid Driver's License.

• High School Diploma; and
• Minimum two (2) Years' College Education; AND
• Equivalent combination of training and experience