About the role#
Kiewit is offering a Summer 2027 internship for members of the Kiewit Scholars Program. This full-time, on-site role provides hands-on experience in construction management. You will work directly with our teams to support the construction process, manage project requirements, and ensure safety standards are met on-site.
What you'll do#
- Perform engineering tasks using standard techniques and resolve technical problems that arise during construction.
- Handle field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, and quantity tracking.
- Manage material procurement, contract administration, estimating, and the supervision of field activities.
- Maintain accurate records regarding job progress, costs, and material usage.
- Review plans and specifications to determine material requirements.
- Coordinate with suppliers to facilitate the handling and delivery of materials.
- Investigate reported incidents and recommend practical solutions.
- Plan and schedule specific job segments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program for civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
- Active membership in the Kiewit Scholars Program at Colorado School of Mines, Iowa State University, Purdue University, University of Colorado-Boulder, or University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
- Ability to work full-time during the summer.
- A valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel or relocate as needed.
- Physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in various climates.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to ethics, integrity, and safety.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: Omaha, Nebraska.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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