About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027. You will work on-site with our construction management team on aviation, road, and bridge projects. Assignments may involve bridge deck work, highway paving, airport runway construction, or electrical site installations. This role requires you to be in the field rather than behind a desk, and you may need to travel or stay overnight for certain assignments.
What you'll do#
- Assist construction managers with project and material inspections to ensure compliance with codes and plans.
- Coordinate with internal teams, external subcontractors, and clients.
- Review and interpret construction documents, site drawings, and as-built specifications.
- Perform quality control and quality assurance tasks.
- Produce daily and weekly reports.
- Use field technology including drones, surveying tools, pavement profilographs, and pipe inspection equipment.
- Solve problems and apply standard techniques alongside experienced inspectors.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment at an accredited college or university, preferably with at least sophomore status.
- Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, construction management, or a related field.
- A general interest in construction management and inspection.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment.
- Strong multitasking and time management abilities.
- Reliable transportation.
- A self-motivated and self-reliant approach to work.
Location & details#
- Locations: Dayton, OH; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Indianapolis, IN; Jackson, WY; Salt Lake City, UT.
- This position is on-site.
- We do not provide visa sponsorship, housing, or relocation assistance for this role.
About Woolpert
Woolpert provides architecture, engineering, and geospatial services to public and private sector clients. Founded in 1911, the company maintains a global presence with over 75 offices across five continents. It employs approximately 1,928 people. The firm focuses on infrastructure management, surveying, and design across sectors like aviation and transportation.
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