Construction Engineering Intern

Baxter & Woodman

. Participate in field observation of transportation, water, and wastewater projects .

Posted 9/15/2026internshipWest Palm Beach • Florida • United StatesEntry Level💰 $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering principles with a focus on construction engineering, including field observation and oversight of transportation and water infrastructure projects. Proficient in construction services such as quantity computation, layout, survey, and inspection.

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Civil Engineering DegreeConstruction Engineering EmphasisField ObservationConstruction InspectionProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Quantity ComputationConstruction LayoutSurveyingConstruction InspectionWater Infrastructure SupportWastewater System RehabilitationRoadway ReconstructionStructural ImprovementsSanitary Sewer ProjectsStormwater Infrastructure Construction

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationStrong Written SkillsStrong Verbal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem Identification

Industry Keywords

Transportation ProjectsWater ProjectsWastewater ProjectsConstruction OversightField WorkDesign SupportPotable Water ImprovementsTreatment Plant Improvements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in field observation of transportation, water, and wastewater projects
Work directly with firm clients
Support roadway reconstructions and structural improvements, including bridges and sea walls
Support water and stormwater infrastructure construction
Support sanitary sewer projects
Participate in oversight of construction
Perform construction services involving quantity computation, construction layout, survey, and construction inspection
Conduct field work, studies, and design support for water and wastewater system rehabilitation
Assist engineers with evaluation, study, and design of transportation, storm sewer, potable water, sanitary sewer, and treatment plant improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ongoing pursuit of a 4-year degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in construction engineering
Available to start May 2027
Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman service area
Own transportation
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills
Desire and ability to work outdoors 40+ hours per week
Able to identify and solve problems promptly

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program
Dedicated benefit advisors
Financial planning program
Life and disability insurance
Tax savings plans
Accident and cancer coverage
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or a flexible schedule on eligible positions
401k plans supported by expert financial advisors
Employee Stock Ownership program