Construction Intern, Summer 2027

What We're Looking For: Michael Baker International is seeking to hire a Summer 2027 Construction Intern to support our offices in either Madison or Milwaukee, WI and projects throughout the state. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Construction Services Manager and on inspection projects throughout the state of Wisconsin, but primarily near Milwaukee and Madison.   During this internship, you will monitor and document that the highway, roadway and/or bridge project is built in accordance with the plans and specifications.  In this role, you will perform testing and inspection services on road and bridge projects for WisDOT and other Local Public Agency clients.  Between field assignments, this position may involve design tasks such as constructability reviews of plans for upcoming projects as well as assisting the Construction Services Manager with preparation of Letters of Interest for upcoming proposals, communicating with clients about staffing needs, and tracking progress on current projects. * Review plans and specifications associated with assigned work on active construction contracts and notify manager of apparent constructability issues or errors in plans * Assist with overseeing daily operations of contractor or subcontractor personnel to ensure that work is being performed in accordance with plans and specifications * Assist with answering detailed contractor questions about plan and specification requirements * Help identify contractor means and methods that are inconsistent with plans and specifications, and discuss needed changes with the contractor as well as the client * Make measurements and observations of work being performed to ensure accurate quantities are tracked for completed work * Prepare detailed field drawings or electronic templates to support the calculations being used to justify the pay quantities * Monitor material testing needs, and/or take material tests associated with work being performed including testing concrete for yield, slump, and air content, or testing soils or aggregates for moisture and density * Understand and apply testing frequencies for various materials used on the contract to ensure that enough tests are being taken to cover the work performed * Electronically document pay quantities, material requirements, and contractor staff in a daily work report   PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS * Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field  * Software proficiency – roadway design software, CAD (MicroStation & AutoCAD), Microsoft Office * Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and processes * Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $15.00 - $30.00 per hour.  This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.  Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. *It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. *There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.