Construction Engineering Intern

Construction Engineering Intern

Job Location s: US-NJ-Woodcliff

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Category: Internship

Type: Full-Time Temporary (seasonal) - 40 hours

Posted Date: 7 days ago (3/4/2026 8:15 AM)

Min Salary: USD $25.00/Hr.

Max Salary: USD $27.00/Hr.

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world‑class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game.

Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

KCI is seeking a motivated student for a Construction Engineering Internship to join our team for Summer 2026. This position offers hands‑on experience supporting active construction projects under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers. Our construction engineering team provides design consulting services during the construction phase of projects, including construction logistics planning, temporary works design (such as shoring and demolition support), means and methods development, crane and hoist planning, steel connection design, and on‑site observations.

Summer interns will work a 40‑hour week, with at least 10 weeks required between mid‑May and the end of August. Interns will be assigned a dedicated supervisor and mentor, are required to attend planned activities, and will complete mid‑summer and end‑of‑summer reports/presentations.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with structural engineering analysis and design of temporary and permanent works
• Support structural analysis of permanent structures during the construction phase
• Contribute to evaluating construction sequence proposals
• Prepare sketches and markups to help communicate design concepts to clients and contractors
• Assist in the preparation of project deliverables, including reports, permit applications, drawings and specifications, cost estimates, field data collection, shop drawing reviews, calculations, material testing, and BIM/CADD work
• Participate in basic survey tasks and observe construction activities
• Incorporate feedback from Project and Technical Managers into work products
• Complete assigned tasks within established schedules and budgets while developing professional skills

Education and/or

Skills Required:

• This is an entry‑level position where no previous experience is required.
• Currently enrolled in an ABET‑Accredited College Engineering Program

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• 3.0 GPA or higher

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations

Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Pre‑employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment.