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Summer 2027 Intern Opportunity

RESUME IS REQUIRED

The Hunter Contracting Co. Project Engineer Internship Program is a structured 13-week summer internship designed to provide hands-on experience working alongside our project teams in the field. As an intern, you'll be immersed in the day-to-day operations of active construction projects, learning directly from experienced project managers, project engineers, superintendents, and field professionals.

Throughout the program, you'll:

• Work alongside a dedicated project team on active construction projects.
• Receive mentorship from experienced construction professionals.
• Assist with project documentation, scheduling, quality control, subcontractor coordination, and project execution.
• Gain exposure to estimating, business development, safety, and other key areas that support successful project delivery.
• Participate in jobsite tours, professional development opportunities, and other events.
• Present your internship experience and key takeaways to Hunter leadership at the conclusion of the program.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience that prepares you for a successful career in heavy civil construction while allowing you to make valuable contributions to real projects from day one.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining and tracking the lookahead schedule.
• Visits job sites and obtains photographs to incorporate with plans.
• Reviews all project plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Become familiar with project requirements and scope.
• Research quantity discrepancies and make appropriate corrections.
• Tracks job costs in Spectrum.
• Assists with project estimating, including quantity take-offs, determining crew type, and duration of project.
• Recommends alternative methods to keep costs on target.
• Assist in processing change orders and RFIs.
• Creates letters, correspondence, and emails.
• Picks up plans and delivers equipment to and from job sites.
• Prepares Quality Control reports.
• Obtains approvals from upper management on necessary documents.
• Interfaces with vendors to obtain quotes and arrange delivery times for materials.
• Maintains constant communication with field and office individuals on project status.
• Adheres to all Hunter Contracting Co. safety policies, procedures, and instructions from management.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Work Qualifications:

• Looks at drawings or pictures and understands how they look at solid objects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.
• Follows oral and written directions.
• Works within precise standards of accuracy.
• Demonstrates an interest in technical construction background.
• Has focus encompassing both a strategic vision and attention to detail.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, meets deadlines, exercises good judgment, and handles high pressure situations.
• Approaches work in a meticulous, thorough, and detailed manner.
• Ability to work effectively with all divisions and/or departments and with the public.
• Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
• Can be trusted to maintain confidentiality and adhere to company values.
• Presents a positive image that reflects well on the organization.
• Proactively adapts and quickly acquires new skills.
• Prioritizes work to meet goals or deadlines.
• Demonstrates attentive and active listening skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours or weekends if required.
• Possesses a valid Driver's License.

Education & Work Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma; and
• Minimum two (2) years' College Education; AND
• Equivalent combination of training and experience

We do E-Verify, Background Checks and Drug Screening

Women, Minorities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY statement

Hunter provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  Hunter complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training.

We do E-Verify, Background Checks and Drug Screens

Women, Minorities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY statement

Hunter provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  Hunter complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training.

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