About the role#
Join Kiewit Data Services for a summer internship focused on applying machine learning to construction challenges. You will work with a team to build AI-assisted workflow automations, improve project estimates, and develop models that use data from ground robots, drones, cameras, and connected vehicles. Your work will involve turning operational data into tools that project teams can use to plan work accurately and reduce losses.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with machine learning specialists, engineers, and project teams to develop practical solutions.
- Prepare and assess data for use in machine learning models and estimation tools.
- Contribute to AI-assisted automations and models that support financial and schedule estimates.
- Explore data from robots, drones, and cameras to identify patterns and support forward-looking models.
- Investigate technical issues, test new approaches, and explain your findings to both technical and nontechnical teammates.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Machine Learning, Robotics, Autonomy, Applied Mathematics, Data Analytics, or a relevant Engineering field.
- Availability to work full-time from May through August 2027.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a genuine interest in applying machine learning to real-world data.
- Experience building software, specifically with Python.
- Thoughtful use of AI tools in your development work.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with initiative and attention to detail.
- Commitment to safety, ethics, and high-quality work.
- Prior internship experience is preferred but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: La Vista, Nebraska.
- This is an on-site, full-time position.
- You must be able to maintain regular attendance, work during normal operating hours, and work overtime or weekends if required.
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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