About the role#
As a Project Engineer Intern, you will work with our Midwest team to support the completion of designated construction projects. You will focus on learning our business policies, industry processes, and standard procedures while gaining hands-on experience in the field.
What you'll do#
- Assist the project team with daily tasks and project completion.
- Develop a working understanding of budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders.
- Gain first-hand experience in job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control, and safety.
- Communicate project information clearly through both written and verbal channels.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or a construction-related field.
- You are within 18 months of graduation.
- You can commit to working 40 hours per week for a minimum term of three months.
- You have the ability to read and interpret contracts, specifications, and architectural or engineering drawings.
- You possess a general knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control methods.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
- The role is on-site in Des Moines, IA, Cedar Rapids, IA, or Kansas City, MO.
- Internships are offered on a rolling basis.
About Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Ryan Companies US, Inc. is a real estate firm that handles construction, architecture, engineering, development, and capital markets. Founded in 1938, the company operates as a privately held organization based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It employs 1,872 people across multiple office locations in the United States. The firm manages projects that include design, financing, and property management services.
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