Construction Services Intern
Michael Baker International
3 days ago
Part-time
On-site
Moon Township, Pennsylvania, United States
$20 - $25 USD hourly
Description
What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker International is seeking a Construction Services Intern to support ALCOSAN’s Construction Management Team in the planning, coordination, inspection, and documentation of wastewater infrastructure and treatment plant construction projects. This internship provides hands-on experience in large-scale public infrastructure construction, field inspection, contractor coordination, and project documentation while contributing to projects that protect public health and the environment.
What You'll Do:
- Assist Construction Managers and Inspectors with daily field observation of construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
- Support documentation efforts including daily reports, field logs, photo documentation, and tracking of construction progress.
- Review contractor submittals, schedules, and change order documentation for completeness.
- Attend project meetings and assist in preparing meeting minutes and action item tracking.
- Help monitor contractor compliance with safety requirements and ALCOSAN standards.
- Assist with measurement and verification of quantities for pay applications.
- Support coordination between engineers, contractors, inspectors, and regulatory agencies.
- Perform general administrative and technical tasks as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of construction principles, engineering drawings, and specifications.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Interest in wastewater treatment, public infrastructure, or heavy civil construction.
- Familiarity with construction safety standards (OSHA) and field inspection practices.
- Experience reading engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Prior internship or field experience in construction or engineering.
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $25 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.