Construction Engineering Intern

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Position Summary

An intern supports the Construction Management department by assisting with a variety of tasks, including special project assignments and active participation in project construction and documentation, to gain practical experience and support their educational development.

Essential Functions

and Responsibilities Assist qualified field inspectors with standard inspection procedures to ongoing activities during and after construction for structural quality, general safety and conformance to plans, specifications and codes. Perform or assist with routine field tests on concrete, soils, aggregates, and other construction materials after receiving appropriate instruction and while working under qualified supervision.

Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes. Gathers and maintains record documents Makes field notes and computations Assist project staff with tracking RFIs, organizing submittals and shop drawings, and compiling information for review by the responsible engineer or project manager.

Observe and learn how project teams coordinate temporary traffic control, construction sequencing, utility activities, and work-zone documentation. Assist with project updates, photographs, presentations, and other communication materials. Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices Develop technical skills through hands-on experience Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, contractors, clients, utility representatives, and other multidisciplinary team members Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned