Engineer Intern
Confidential · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $40,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Gain hands-on engineering experience.
- Support complex construction projects.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers.
- Develop technical documentation skills.
- Learn project controls and QA processes.
About the role
About Us
We are a staffing services technology company that helps organizations design, build, and scale digital products and engineering capabilities. Our teams deliver end-to-end software development, engineering, and design services, and we provide flexible staffing solutions to augment internal teams with specialized talent—quickly and reliably.
The Role
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Intern to join our distributed engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a current undergraduate or recently graduated engineering student to gain hands-on experience in real-world engineering and construction project delivery. You will work alongside experienced Project Engineers, Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, and Project Managers to support the day-to-day technical execution of complex infrastructure and construction projects while developing your engineering skills and professional toolkit.
What You’ll Do
- Project Support: Assist Project Engineers and Project Managers with the day-to-day technical coordination and administrative tasks associated with complex engineering and construction projects; track project milestones, action items, and deliverable schedules.
- Collaborate: Work closely with Project Engineers, Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, and Construction Managers to support the coordination of engineering deliverables, drawing reviews, and field construction activities.
- Technical Documentation: Assist in the preparation, review, and organization of engineering drawings, specifications, technical reports, and construction documents; maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation and filing systems.
- RFI & Submittal Support: Assist in the preparation, tracking, and logging of RFIs (Requests for Information) and submittals; support the project team in monitoring RFI and submittal status to ensure timely responses and avoid construction delays.
- Schedule & Cost Support: Assist project controls staff with schedule updates, cost tracking, and change log maintenance; learn and apply project controls tools including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project under the guidance of senior project controls engineers.
- Quality Assurance Support: Support the implementation of project quality management plans; assist with field inspection reports, test result documentation, and non-conformance tracking under the supervision of senior engineers.
- Research & Analysis: Conduct engineering research, code reviews, and technical analyses to support design and construction decision-making; summarize findings in clear and concise technical memoranda and reports.
- Meeting Support: Attend and participate in project meetings, design reviews, and coordination calls; prepare and distribute meeting minutes, action item logs, and follow-up documentation.
- Learning & Development: Actively participate in mentorship sessions, lunch-and-learn events, and professional development activities; seek feedback from senior engineers and apply learnings to continuously improve technical skills and project contributions.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience:
- Education: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field
- Academic Performance: Strong academic record with a GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred; coursework in engineering design, structural analysis, project management, or construction methods is a plus
- Technical Aptitude: Basic understanding of engineering design principles, construction methods, and project delivery processes; eagerness to learn and apply technical knowledge in a real-world project environment
- CAD/BIM Familiarity: Basic familiarity with CAD or BIM tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or Civil 3D through coursework or personal projects; willingness to develop proficiency in industry-standard design and project management software
- Microsoft Office Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); ability to prepare clear and professional technical documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in technical documentation, drawing reviews, and project reporting tasks
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively in a fully remote, distributed team environment and communicate clearly with engineers, project managers, and client stakeholders
- Self-Motivation: Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment with minimal supervision
Key skills/competency
- Project Support
- Collaboration
- Technical Documentation
- RFI & Submittal Support
- Schedule & Cost Support
- Quality Assurance
- Research & Analysis
- Meeting Support
- Learning & Development
- Engineering Design Principles
Skills & topics
- Engineering Intern
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Project Management
- Construction
- Technical Documentation
- RFI
- Submittals
- Primavera P6
- Microsoft Project
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Remote
- Internship
- Entry Level
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant coursework and projects in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management, emphasizing your GPA.
- Showcase technical skills: Detail any experience with CAD, BIM tools (AutoCAD, Revit), and Microsoft Office Suite, noting your proficiency.
- Demonstrate soft skills: Emphasize your attention to detail, strong communication abilities, and self-motivation for remote work.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your understanding of engineering design principles and construction methods.
- Apply proactively: Submit your application promptly, clearly stating your interest in gaining practical engineering experience.
Technical preparation
Review basic engineering design principles.,Familiarize yourself with CAD/BIM software.,Practice using Microsoft Office Suite.,Understand construction documentation basics.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you worked independently.,How do you manage multiple deadlines?,How do you ensure attention to detail?,How do you communicate technical information?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of this Engineering Intern role at Confidential?
- The Engineering Intern role at Confidential focuses on providing hands-on support for real-world engineering and construction projects. You will assist Project Engineers and Managers with technical coordination, documentation, RFI and submittal processes, schedule and cost tracking, quality assurance, and research.
- What educational background is required for the Engineering Intern position?
- Candidates should be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
- What kind of technical skills are expected from an Engineering Intern at Confidential?
- While a basic understanding of engineering design principles and construction methods is expected, the role emphasizes eagerness to learn. Familiarity with CAD/BIM tools like AutoCAD or Revit, and strong Microsoft Office proficiency are beneficial.
- Is this Engineering Intern position remote or on-site?
- This Engineering Intern position is a fully remote, distributed role, requiring strong self-motivation and time management skills to work effectively with minimal supervision.
- What opportunities for learning and development are available for the Engineering Intern?
- The internship offers active participation in mentorship sessions, lunch-and-learn events, and professional development activities, with opportunities to seek feedback and continuously improve technical skills.
- What is the preferred GPA for the Engineering Intern role at Confidential?
- A strong academic record is preferred, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher being ideal for the Engineering Intern position.
- How does the Engineering Intern role contribute to project delivery?
- The Engineering Intern contributes by supporting daily technical coordination, administrative tasks, documentation, RFI/submittal tracking, and schedule/cost updates, ensuring smooth project execution and delivery.