Intern, Field Engineer
About The Position
MWH is seeking a Field Engineer Intern to support construction activities on a large water and wastewater infrastructure project in Austin, TX. In this role, youll work directly in the field alongside project management, field engineering, and supervision teams, assisting with day-to-day construction operations and gaining hands-on experience on an active, large-scale jobsite. This opportunity is well suited for students who are safety-minded, detail-oriented, and eager to learn through real-world field experience. The Field Engineer Intern role offers exposure to construction layout, quality control, material coordination, and field documentation, providing a strong foundation for a long-term career in construction or engineering while developing a practical understanding of how major infrastructure projects are built.
Requirements
- In progress toward earning a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related degree.
- Interest in a career in heavy construction.
- Experienced with complete Microsoft Office Suite, excellent writing and communications skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal abilities for working in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
- Experience with/aptitude for construction and/or mechanical processes.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship experience in the heavy construction industry.
Responsibilities
- Follow all company health, safety, and environmental policies to ensure a safe jobsite.
- Support daily field operations in coordination with Field Engineers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and craft supervision.
- Assist with basic construction layout, measurements, and verification of lines, grades, and elevations.
- Perform routine field observations and quality checks to verify work aligns with approved plans, specifications, and permits.
- Assist with quantity takeoffs, material tracking, deliveries, and inventory coordination.
- Provide field support to supervision and craft labor to help facilitate safe, efficient construction activities.
- Support project documentation, including daily reports, progress photos, sketches, and tracking logs.
- Assist with processing and tracking RFIs, submittals, and construction documentation.
- Help maintain current working drawings by incorporating approved RFIs and changes.
- Perform basic calculations, communicate with vendors as needed, and support schedule updates and progress tracking.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
