What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineering Intern position at Wightman?
Position Purpose:
Internship opportunity to establish foundational knowledge of Civil Engineering fieldwork and exposure to the implementation of design work in the field.
Essential Functions:
- Provide on-site construction observation of current projects, which may include but not limited to recording quantities and progress of construction activities and providing oversight of materials testing
- Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, city staff and residents to field questions and provide information on projects
- Review drawings to maintain accurate construction files
- Research information to begin project scoping
- Assist project engineers and project managers in design
Required Traits & Characteristics:
- The ideal candidate strives to put academic concepts and practices into real world experiences
- Comfortable working on construction job sites
- Frequently required to stand for long lengths of time and work in adverse weather conditions
- Strong time management, problem solving, attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to work extended hours (normal hours are 8am-5pm, but can vary due to construction schedules, including nights and weekends)
Organizational Relationships:
- Reports directly to Construction Manager
- Assigned to a mentor within the engineering team
Required Education/Experience:
- Actively enrolled in a college or university Civil Engineering program, or similar program
- Driver’s License
Travel:
- Position based in Benton Harbor or Kalamazoo
- 75% local regional travel to work sites and for project assignments
About Wightman
Wightman is a full-service consulting firm that exists to service people and the communities we live in. Our dynamic team of over 200 professionals works to analyze, advise, design, and deliver successful projects in partnership with government, business, and institutions in our communities. Our unique approach is to offer comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services, industry expertise, accurate scope of work, and a passion for listening. Services offered include Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Surveying. Our firm is based out of Southwest Michigan, Metro Detroit and Northern Indiana.
We are fun, creative, and passionate about our work and family life. To learn more, visit our Life at Wightman page: https://gowightman.com/careers/life-at-wightman
