About the role#
Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI) is seeking undergraduate students for a full-time Associate Project Engineer internship during the summer of 2027. This program offers hands-on experience in the specialty construction industry through a structured mentorship framework. Interns will work on-site in Raleigh, North Carolina, and receive an hourly wage of $22.00. Please note that this position does not offer visa sponsorship.
What you'll do#
- Write detailed project proposals.
- Prepare and review bid analysis.
- Demonstrate project scheduling techniques.
- Manage labor control, material handling, and job-cost analysis.
- Assist in the preparation of quantity take-offs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student in Construction Management, Construction Science, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field.
- Baseline construction knowledge gained through relevant work experience or the completion of a second-year curriculum.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
- Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI)
Performance Contracting, Inc. is a specialty contractor based in Lenexa, Kansas. Founded in 1987, the company provides services for industrial, commercial, and non-residential markets. Its offerings include interior build-outs, insulation systems, and scaffolding. The firm operates as a subsidiary of Performance Contracting Group and maintains over 60 offices across the United States. It employs more than 8,900 people.
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