Field Operations Engineering Intern - Fall Field Operations Engineering Intern - Fall

Join the team committed to crafting inspiring spaces and developing new ways to build. Mortenson is seeking dynamic and motivated individuals with the ability to work well with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, inventive, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Our internships grow your skillset with opportunities of focus in a variety of areas.

Learn from the best. Potential job functions based on internship type may include:

• Championing Mortenson's zero injury safety requirements

• Completing construction change orders

• Handling shop drawings, submittals, and the request for information (RFI) processes

• Assisting with purchase orders and subcontractor agreements

• Partnering in construction sequencing and schedule maintenance

• Collaborating with team in preconstruction and pre-installation meetings

• Assisting with subcontractor coordination meetings and correspondence

• Utilizing industry-leading technology and software to assist in construction processes

• Supporting preparation and evaluation of bid packages

• Consulting with subcontractors and material suppliers

• Handling material procurement

• Participating in architect and owner interaction

You will join an exciting and ever-changing industry with a minimum 12-week internship with our team. Mortenson internships are available year-round; however, this opportunity is for the Fall (August – November 2026). Placement with one of our teams will be provided based on the overall needs of the organization.

Cultivate your skills in your chosen field of study and build your career with Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate, four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Safety Management or other related degree

• Are willing to be mobile/relocate

• Have access to reliable transportation

• Possess a current driver’s license

• Are comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and a trailer office environment

Are you adaptable and an agile learner? Do you have big ideas and a creative spirit? Are you driven to make a positive difference through your work? We want to hear from you. You are perfect for this opportunity if you:

• Have previous related internship experience

• Ability to work 40 hours / week in a full-time capacity

• Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 / 4.0

• Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate freshman, sophomore or junior

• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple tasks

• Possess the right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer

• Have a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative

• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills

The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $18. Students in their sophomore year of college, or more, are paid higher wages based on their year in school.

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.