Intern, Field Engineer

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is seeking a Field Engineer Intern to support construction activities on a large water and wastewater infrastructure project in Austin, TX. In this role, you'll work directly in the field alongside project management, field engineering, and supervision teams, assisting with day-to-day construction operations and gaining hands-on experience on an active, large-scale jobsite.

This opportunity is well suited for students who are safety-minded, detail-oriented, and eager to learn through real-world field experience. The Field Engineer Intern role offers exposure to construction layout, quality control, material coordination, and field documentation, providing a strong foundation for a long-term career in construction or engineering while developing a practical understanding of how major infrastructure projects are built.

Essential Functions

• Follow all company health, safety, and environmental policies to ensure a safe jobsite.
• Support daily field operations in coordination with Field Engineers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and craft supervision.
• Assist with basic construction layout, measurements, and verification of lines, grades, and elevations.
• Perform routine field observations and quality checks to verify work aligns with approved plans, specifications, and permits.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, material tracking, deliveries, and inventory coordination.
• Provide field support to supervision and craft labor to help facilitate safe, efficient construction activities.
• Support project documentation, including daily reports, progress photos, sketches, and tracking logs.
• Assist with processing and tracking RFIs, submittals, and construction documentation.
• Help maintain current working drawings by incorporating approved RFIs and changes.
• Perform basic calculations, communicate with vendors as needed, and support schedule updates and progress tracking.

Basic Qualifications

• In progress toward earning a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related degree.
• Interest in a career in heavy construction.
• Experienced with complete Microsoft Office Suite, excellent writing and communications skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities for working in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
• Experience with/aptitude for construction and/or mechanical processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in the heavy construction industry.

Compensation

• The anticipated salary for this position is between $23 - 26/hr

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

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