Project Controls Intern - Field

 

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As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  

 

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation  

Req Id : 110611 

Opportunity Type : College Intern 

Relocation eligible : Yes 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : Yes 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

The Opportunity

As a Summer Intern at Black & Veatch, you will play a meaningful role in addressing some of the world’s most critical infrastructure challenges. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to diverse, impactful projects that support our clients’ goals while fostering your professional growth and advancing the success of Black & Veatch.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Controls professionals with cost, schedule, earned value, and quantity reporting, maintain high data integrity, and be proactive in asking questions and raising issues. Working to understand the “Why” behind the reports and be an active and engaged project team member.
• Perform routine aspects of planning/scheduling, cost analysis, and/or contract administration.  

• Assist with Project Forecasting. 

• Update Commodity Curves, Daily Production Trackers, and Equipment Logs. 

• Assist in Earned Value tracking and verifying quantities installed. 

• May facilitate meetings. 

• Attend Site Safety Walks. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical skills 
• Communications skills, both written and oral 
• Self starter, highly motivated 
• Attention to detail 
• Interpersonal skills 
• Mathematical skills 
• Problem solving skills 
• Computer skills (Primavera, MS Office, Power BI, Excel)

Minimum Qualifications

Current enrollment in ABET accredited university in Engineering, Finance, accredited university in Construction Management, or related discipline program. No experience required. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment

This position will be located on a field project site. Project location is determined closer to the candidates start date. Must be willing to relocate for the summer 2026 internship program. Must have reliable transportation. 

 

Work Environment:
• Typical construction site environment:  
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. 
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. 
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions 
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. 
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position. 

Salary Plan

PJC: Project Control

Job Grade

097

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