Engineering Internship – Project Engineer

Neogen Corporation

. Assist in managing a capital project, ensuring activities align with objectives, timelines, budgets, and deliverables .

Posted 11/4/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in project management, engineering, and construction disciplines, with the ability to track project progress, manage scope, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing project scheduling tools and developing KPIs to evaluate project performance.

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Project ManagementEngineering KnowledgeMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft ProjectKPI Development

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingScope ManagementCost MonitoringProject CoordinationEngineering Drawings Understanding

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6

Industry Keywords

Capital Project ManagementManagement of ChangeRACI MatrixProject PlanningProject Execution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in managing a capital project, ensuring activities align with objectives, timelines, budgets, and deliverables
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and cross-functional teams to coordinate project activities
Track project requirements and support scope management
Identify stakeholders and develop a RACI matrix
Monitor actual and projected project costs, establish baseline schedules, track milestones, and help develop recovery plans
Gain exposure to Management of Change (MOC) processes and support compliance with established procedures
Develop and monitor KPIs to evaluate project progress
Assess project challenges and recommend solutions
Prepare project updates and reports for department leaders and management
Present project progress, accomplishments, lessons learned, and recommendations to leadership at the conclusion of the internship

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Actively pursuing an undergraduate (associate’s or bachelor’s) or graduate (master’s or doctoral) degree in a relevant field of study
Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
Basic familiarity with project scheduling and tracking tools such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar software
Foundational understanding of engineering or construction drawings
General knowledge of project planning, execution, and coordination
Ability to organize, analyze, and communicate project-related information
Must reside near or be able to easily commute to Lansing, MI; Lexington, KY; or Oakdale, MN
Ability to travel 20–30%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hands-on experience managing a real-world capital project
Mentorship from experienced professionals
Opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to meaningful work
Exposure to industry-standard project management tools, processes, and methodologies
Opportunity to present project progress and accomplishments to the leadership team
Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workplace