Field Engineer Intern - Power Market (Summer 2027
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Construction
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Engineering
Position Overview
Are you interested in a hands‑on real‑world learning experience directly related to the skills needed in a full‑time construction career? In this internship, you will have the opportunity to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions within construction management.
Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety‑obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic.
In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast‑paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else.
Requisition : 181620
Job Level: Internship
Home District/Group: Power Market
Department: Field Operations
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time Temporary
District OverviewThe Kiewit Power Market provides direct‑hire and construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union and non‑union craft force. The Kiewit Power Market builds major EPC and bid‑build natural gas power plants, solar fields, nuclear facilities and energy storage systems throughout North America. All of Kiewit Power is committed to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” Philosophy.
LocationOne of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. While headquartered in Lenexa, KS, our Power projects span across the entire United States and candidates must be open to traveling and relocating as business requires.
Responsibilities- Work with a vibrant and diverse team to build, estimate, and schedule mechanical, electrical and heavy industrial systems.
- Support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by the supervisor, reviewing proposals/specifications, drawings, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates and attend pre-bid investigation meetings.
- Learn how to supervise subcontractors and communicate with vendors.
- Prepare work plans, assure quality control, manage and track costs and materials, schedule equipment, administer safety programs and maintain exceptional owner relations will fall within the job duties as well.
- We are looking for the next generation of leaders who strive for excellence and have the drive and desire it takes to work in the fast paced, heavy construction environment.
- This job requires relocation.
- Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering or related degree
- Must be legally authorized to work without requiring sponsorship for employment to begin or continue employment with our company
- Broad knowledge and ability to understand project scheduling and cost control, and to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings
- Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office. Familiarity with Sure Trak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log and/or Primavera “P6” is a plus
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
- Strong work ethic – Highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
- Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA requirements is preferred
- The ability to travel and/or relocate as required
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written…
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