Intern - Engineering Installation/Civil Engineering

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A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Intern - Engineering Installation/Civil Engineering for Summer, 2025 who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Accountabilities:

• Assist Construction manager in site coordination meetings with various project entities, client/Authorities/Partners/Contractors/Subcontractors.
• Co-ordinate site activities including civil and technological works in accordance with project delivery plan
• Co-operate with the Project team, in order to define the planning and the interface milestone with other parties (e.g. sub-contractors)
• Co-operate with the Supply Planning in order to define the Logistic plan, consistent to the Project Plan
• Comply with policies and procedures as they relate to telecommunications specifications and standards throughout the rail industry in the USA.
• Support Technology supervisors with the day-to-day field operations of Subcontractors
• Track and verify all works beyond the contract scope of sub-contractor
• Demonstrate the ability to handle stressful situations with good judgment, tact, and diplomacy
• Interface with various internal and external stakeholders on assigned project coordination
• Maintain project notes, which include daily activity job completion log
  
  
  

Required Skills/ Knowledge:

• Strong people skills: the ability to work with large groups of engineering and technical personnel as well as one-on-one interaction with staff
• Ability to maintain the integrity of confidential business information.
• Strong relevant technical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
  
  

Desired Skills/ Knowledge:

• General understanding of Construction and/or Project Management techniques, planning, and scheduling skills
• Understanding of engineering principles and processes
  
  
  

Education:

• Current Engineering or Construction Management student at a 4-year university with a graduation date between December, 2025 and December, 2026
  
  
  

Languages:

• English Proficiency
  
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

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