Intern Advantage Program - Southern Region - Summer 2026 chez McCarthy Building Co

McCarthy's Project Engineer Internship is a competitive, hands-on opportunity to learn what a career in construction is all about! Interns are assigned to an active project within their geographic region and report to the Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager on-site. During the internship, tasks are assigned to help the intern gain exposure to the building process and apply their engineering and leadership skills to real world situations.

Real Experience. Real Results.

Intern duties are dependent on education and skill level, as well as status of the project, and may include the following:

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist team with General Contract and Subcontract administration

• Exposure to Construction Scheduling

• Material & Equipment procurement and expediting

• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination

• Shop drawing and submittal review and coordination

• Participation in and documentation of project coordination meetings

• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment

• Maintenance of As-Built plans

• Exposure to and monitoring of quality control - field and shop

• Monitor and document jobsite safety and accident prevention

Qualifications:

• Student working towards Bachelors degree, preferably in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering, or a related field.

• Valid interest in pursuing a career in Construction/Project Management required

• General knowledge of construction principles/processes

• Willingness to relocate for the internship duration required

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.