About the role#
Austin Industrial, Inc. offers a Construction Engineering Internship program designed to provide hands-on experience on commercial construction projects. Interns work directly with industry professionals to gain real-world insight into construction management. This is a paid, full-time opportunity available for the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, and Summer 2027 terms.
What you'll do#
As a Project Intern, you will support construction operations through the following responsibilities:
- Process submittals by reviewing, filing, and distributing documentation.
- Manage RFIs by sending them to architects and engineers.
- Maintain and update logs for concrete, rebar, RFIs, and project plans.
- Assist with quality control inspections and verify construction techniques against plans and specifications.
- Participate in and document weekly safety meetings.
- Update and distribute construction drawings, shop drawings, and samples.
- Assist with trade contractor coordination, scheduling, and maintaining look-ahead schedules.
- Verify pre-pour checklists and formwork installation.
- Maintain city inspection records and accompany the Superintendent during inspections.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program related to Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Environmental Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- Hands-on experience in commercial construction.
- Proficiency with industry-specific software.
- Strong organization, documentation, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with construction project management processes.
Location & details#
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Phoenix, AZ; Houston, TX; Las Colinas, TX; Austin, TX; Orlando, FL; Tampa, FL; and Los Angeles, CA.
- Sponsorship: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Austin Industrial, Inc.
Austin Industrial provides construction, maintenance, and soft craft services to the energy, oil, gas, and chemical sectors. Founded in 1918, the company operates as a merit shop and is employee-owned. It maintains a workforce of nearly 2,000 people. The firm is based in La Porte, Texas.
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