Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Our Benefits
Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Tuition Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
And more!
Engineer Intern Summer 2027– Job Description
Position Title: Engineer Intern Department: Operations / Engineering
Location: Wrightsville Beach Bridges/ Wilmington, North Carolina
Position Summary
The Engineer Intern supports project teams in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities. This position provides hands-on experience in field and office engineering functions, offering exposure to scheduling, estimating, quality control, safety, and cost management. The internship is designed to provide practical experience to students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with daily project documentation including field reports, quantity tracking, and progress photos.
- Support engineers and superintendents with layout, surveying, and verification of field measurements.
- Participate in project planning and scheduling activities using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
- Help prepare and review submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), and change order documentation.
- Observe and support quality control and safety inspections.
- Assist in maintaining project logs, drawings, and as-built documentation.
- Participate in weekly coordination and subcontractor meetings.
- Perform material take-offs and cost tracking for assigned work packages.
- Support project closeout activities, including punch list and documentation review.
- Learn and apply company policies, safety practices, and construction standards.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management,
or a related field.
- Minimum sophomore-level standing or equivalent coursework in construction or engineering fundamentals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); exposure to AutoCAD or Bluebeam preferred.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to work in both field and office settings.
Learning Objectives
- Gain hands-on experience in project engineering, field supervision, and construction management.
- Understand the project life cycle, from preconstruction through project closeout.
- Develop technical and leadership skills aligned with company core values and operational excellence.
- Build a foundational understanding of safety, quality, and cost management in heavy civil construction.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in both field (outdoor construction site) and office environments. May require travel or relocation to project sites. Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
Additional Information
This is a temporary, full-time summer or semester-based internship. Performance during the internship may be considered for future full-time employment opportunities.
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
- Minimum sophomore-level standing or equivalent coursework in construction or engineering fundamentals
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Exposure to AutoCAD or Bluebeam
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Willingness to work in both field and office settings
What We Do
Balfour Beatty is an international infrastructure group operating across the UK, US and Hong Kong. Through its Infrastructure Investments, Construction Services and Support Services businesses, it develops and finances infrastructure, designs and builds civil engineering and building projects, and upgrades, manages, maintains and operates critical assets. Its work spans transportation, energy, utilities and social infrastructure, helping deliver essential infrastructure that supports communities and economic growth.
