Field Engineer Internship

FIELD ENGINEER INTERNSHIP 

Locations Include:  Dothan, Ariton, Mobile, Montgomery, Birmingham and Huntsville, Alabama. 

Smyrna, Tennessee.

Accepting resumes through November 15, 2024 for our Spring session!

Wiregrass Construction Company (WCC) is seeking current Civil Engineering or Construction Management students to join our team!  We are offering a 16-week paid internship program for our Spring session, that will give you real work experience in our industry.  

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform work both in the office and in the field in the following areas, including but not limited to:

1. Workforce Development  

Support employee growth and advancement through comprehensive professional development initiatives, ensuring the success of current and future team members.

2. Safety  

Receive extensive training in safety protocols across all departments, promoting a culture of wellbeing and ensuring the safety of the entire workforce.

3. Shadow Superintendent  

Gain invaluable insights into the daily responsibilities of a superintendent, equipping yourself with the knowledge and confidence to excel in this critical role.

4. Fleet/Transportation  

Collaborate with the fleet and transportation team to observe the application of advanced technology in equipment maintenance and operational efficiency, highlighting our commitment to innovation.

5. Estimation and Project Management  

Participate in the pre-construction process alongside the Estimation and Project Management team, gaining hands-on experience with essential software for efficient project scheduling and bidding.

6. Plants

Explore asphalt plants where raw materials are processed to produce asphalt and related products, understanding the critical role these facilities play in the construction industry.

7. Quarry  

Engage in hands-on learning about material extraction processes, including firsthand experience with quarry operations, emphasizing our resource management practices.

8. Quality Control  

Work in laboratories to test incoming and produced materials, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards essential for construction projects.

9. Paving  

Collaborate with award-winning paving crews to observe the final stages of construction, gaining practical experience in creating safe and efficient travel infrastructure for communities.

Adherence to safety requirements and procedures

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Current student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Ability to organize and manage time and duties efficiently
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Employer conducts drug screening and background check
• Valid driver’s license required as field engineer will frequently travel to and from the office

We offer competitive salaries and fringe benefits. 

EOE/AA, DFWP, We Honor Those Who Have Served.

Position open until filled.