Project Engineer Intern

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Hamden, CT, USA
In-Office
25K-30K Hourly
Internship
Professional Services
The Role
Construction Project Engineer Interns support commercial construction project teams by coordinating submittals, RFIs, documentation, bids, billings, project files, schedules, and cost tracking. The role includes site walks, safety inspections, quality observations, meetings, and coordination with trade and design partners. Interns gain practical project management experience through office and active jobsite work, with travel to assigned sites and regional offices.
Summary Generated by Built In

Job Title: Construction Project Engineer Intern

Duration: Summer 2027
Graduating Class: 2028

 

About the Opportunity:

Provides administrative, coordination, and project support to the project team while gaining practical experience in commercial construction management. 

How You’ll Contribute 

  • Collect, review, process, and distribute submittals and requests for information (RFIs). 

  • Prepare and distribute project documentation, meeting minutes, correspondence, and project communications. 

  • Assist with bid package coordination, quote coverage, project billings, and draws. 

  • Maintain accurate project files and logs, including permits, change orders, submittals, RFIs, and closeout documentation. 

  • Support Project Managers with schedule updates, cost tracking, and day-to-day project management activities. 

  • Participate in site walks, safety inspections, quality observations, and project team meetings. 

  • Coordinate with trade partners, design partners, and internal team members under the direction of the project team. 

  • Travel to project jobsites and regional offices as assigned. 

Intern Qualifications 

  • Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related fields. 

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling software, or construction management systems is a plus. 

  • Strong written communication, organization, proofreading, and follow-through skills. 

  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to assigned jobsites. 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements 

This internship may include office work, active job site visits, travel between offices or projects, extended periods of sitting or standing, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs or ladders, and use of required personal protective equipment. Position-specific requirements should be confirmed by Human Resources and the hiring department before posting. 

Compensation: $25-$30 an hour 
*Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Wohlsen does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, locations, or to any Wohlsen team member. Wohlsen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Wohlsen and will be processed accordingly.
It is the policy of Wohlsen Construction to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.  This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and Wohlsen Construction may exercise its employment at-will rights at any time.

Skills Required

  • Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Strong written communication, organization, proofreading, and follow-through skills
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to travel to assigned jobsites
  • Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling software, or construction management systems
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The Company
HQ: Lancaster, DE
366 Employees
Year Founded: 1890

What We Do

Wohlsen Construction Company is a merit-shop construction firm founded in 1890. It provides preconstruction, construction management, general contracting, and design-build services to clients in senior living, education, healthcare, and commercial markets. The company maintains offices across Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, and Connecticut, serving regional clients with construction expertise and virtual design and construction capabilities for complex building projects.

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