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What is an engineer summer?

An Engineer Summer job is a temporary, seasonal position designed for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in engineering fields. These roles typically involve working on real-world projects, assisting senior engineers, and developing technical skills. Summer engineers may work in industries such as aerospace, civil, mechanical, electrical, or software engineering. The job provides valuable industry exposure, networking opportunities, and practical knowledge.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on as an engineer summer?

As an Engineer Summer intern, you will typically support ongoing projects by assisting with technical research, data collection, and analysis, as well as developing prototypes or updating product documentation. You may also collaborate with experienced engineers on design reviews, participate in team meetings, and present your findings or progress. Tasks are designed to match your education level while providing practical experience and insight into the day-to-day responsibilities of professional engineers. This exposure helps interns develop technical expertise, teamwork abilities, and a clearer understanding of potential career paths in engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the engineer summer position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Engineer Summer intern, you should have a foundational understanding of engineering principles, coursework in a relevant discipline, and progress toward a degree in engineering. Familiarity with common engineering software such as CAD tools, MATLAB, or project management platforms is highly valued, and some positions might prefer candidates with basic certifications in safety or specialized software. Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a willingness to learn set standout interns apart in collaborative settings. These skills and qualities are important for making meaningful contributions, adapting quickly, and gaining valuable experience in a real-world engineering environment.

Is it too late to get a summer engineering internship?

The availability of summer engineering internships depends on the company and application deadlines, which often occur several months in advance. Many programs still accept applications in early spring, but late applications may have limited options, so applying promptly increases your chances of securing an internship.

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Infographic showing various Engineer Summer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Field Engineer Summer Intern 2027

PCL Construction

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Temporary, Internship

Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist Field/Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents

  • Conduct safety audits, quality audits, and read drawings and specifications

  • Log submittals, process RFIs, prepare reports, and assist with surveying, project layout, and maintaining field records

PCL Construction rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry. We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of.
We are accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program for PCL Industrial Services, Inc. with the district office located in Chandler, AZ.
As an Intern you will be given similar responsibilities as a full-time, entry-level Field Engineer, so you are able to experience what a career will be like in project management, field supervision, pre-construction, or estimating. You will be assigned to a project and project team that matches your knowledge and experience and you will be involved in several aspects of the project. Your work location may be at a field project site or district office. We will designate a mentor for you who will be available to you for the duration of internship. You will also have the opportunity to participate in company events and community volunteer opportunities.
Responsibilities
  • Assists Field/Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents
  • Conducts safety audits and quality audits
  • Reads and understand drawings and specifications
  • Logs submittals, process RFI's and prepare reports
  • Assists with surveying and project layout
  • Maintains and update field drawings, field equipment and records
  • Assists with coordinating subcontractors, vendors and field staff
  • Coordinates material deliveries and documentation
  • Attends relevant project meetings
  • Prepares memos, letters, meeting minutes, contracts, and other forms and documents
  • Assists with project documentation requirements
  • Assists with estimating and soliciting subcontractors and/or suppliers for information and pricing
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a degree relevant to the construction industry such as Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, etc.
  • A desire to pursue a career as a Project Manager, Superintendent, or Estimator
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
  • 18 years of age or older and possess a valid Driver's License
  • Willing to work and live as designated.
  • Willing to temporarily relocate to project locations
  • This is an hourly non-exempt position
  • Must be able to navigate through a construction site on a daily basis, climb ladders and stairs
  • Must be able to work around and near heavy equipment, cranes, and other construction equipment
  • Employment with PCL is contingent upon passing a background check, a physical, and a substance abuse test each conducted by a third party

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started!
Primary Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Job Title: Field Engineer Summer Intern 2027
Requisition ID: 13666

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