Intern - Civil Engineer​/Construction

Hawaii, Guam, Pacific Region

Summer 2027 (May to August - dates are somewhat flexible) 40 hours per week.

ECC is seeking a motivated junior or senior undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer,or Geotechnical Engineer,Construction Management, or a related field to join our experienced construction team in Hawaii and in the pacific region. This on-site internship offers hands-on experience supporting project engineering or field operations, quality management, project administration, and construction execution activities on a major U.S. military construction project.

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in gaining construction experience
, exploring international travel opportunities, and pursuing full-time careers supporting projects throughout the Pacific region and other global locations after graduation.

Interns will gain exposure to large-scale military construction projects, scheduling, quality control procedures, subcontractor management, and field execution in projects in Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. Participants will receive mentorship from experienced construction professionals while developing a comprehensive understanding of field-based project management. This internship offers valuable insight into overseas construction operations and potential career paths supporting projects throughout the Pacific and other international locations with potential full-time employment upon graduation.

• Support Project Manager, Superintendent, and Quality Control staff with daily construction operations
• RFI's and Submittals
• Assist with field inspections and project documentation
• Attend client and subcontractor meetings and prepare meeting minutes
• Support project tracking, reporting, and schedule updates
• Assist with subcontractor coordination and site logistics
• Help maintain project records and electronic filing systems
• Monitor adherence to project safety and quality requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, or Geotechnical Engineer, Construction Management or related discipline (3.0 GPA or above preferred)
• Interest in international construction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a field-based construction environment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to obtain a military base pass if hired
• Ability to operate motor vehicle and clean driving record
• Interest in pursuing a full-time construction career supporting domestic and international projects after graduation

ECC's targeted hourly rate for this position is $25.00 per hour
. Travel and lodging provided by ECC, dependent on project location. Actual pay may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, and business needs.