A Building Engineer utilizes a mixture of construction knowledge and engineering principles to aid with building projects. Analyzes reports, helps design structures, and manages contracts and budgets. Also creates construction schedules and keeps construction sites in compliance with applicable laws.
is part of OHLA Group, a global infrastructure leader with more than 110 years of history and operations in 30+ countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America. Our projects range from highways and railways to hospitals and iconic buildings that shape communities worldwide. In the Southeast Region , you'll gain hands-on experience through internships in civil, building, and estimating — contributing to real projects that drive progress across Miami, West Palm Beach, Vero Beach, and Fort Myers. Our internships are designed to be a pathway to full-time careers. Top-performing interns will be considered for Field Engineer roles upon completion of their internship, starting after graduation.
WHY OHLA USA?
Real Projects. Real Impact. From day one, you'll contribute to active civil and building projects — and support our estimating team on bids that shape communities. Launch to Career. This internship is not just work—it's your path to a full-time Field Engineer role after graduation. Performance matters. Earn What You Deserve. $18/hr for Bachelor's students and $20/hr for Master's students, above industry norms. Mentorship that Matters. Learn directly from experienced Project Managers, Estimators, and Superintendents. Build relationships that last. Safety and Standards First. Take an active role in safety culture, FDOT standards, and quality controls. Responsibilities
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Field Engineer Intern - Civil (Miami, WPB and Fort Myers) Support daily site operations alongside Project Managers, Supers, and Engineers Inspect materials, manage deliveries, and ensure quality/compliance Update schedules, RFIs, cost tracking, and documentation Participate in safety walk-throughs and uphold OHLA protocols Gain exposure to roadway design, traffic control, and paving Field Engineer Intern - Building (Miami only) Support daily field operations on vertical building projects (e.g., healthcare, education, residential facilities) Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors, manage deliveries, and oversee quality/compliance Assist with schedule updates, submittals, RFIs, and documentation Participate in safety protocols relevant to building construction environments Gain exposure to general contracting and design-build processes Estimating Intern (based in Miami, supporting SE region) Assist with bid prep, take-offs, and cost analysis across civil and building scopes Review drawings/specifications and organize vendor quotes Support historical cost tracking, bid summaries, and DOT/platform submissions Gain exposure to estimating software and industry standards Qualifications
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field Eager, proactive, driven—a self-starter ready to dive in Organized and communicative, with strong time-management skills Interested in a long-term career in estimating, heavy civil or building construction Familiar with construction terminology? Great. If not, no stress—we'll teach you.
IMPORTANT
: Eligibility -> incoming juniors, seniors and spring graduates .
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Duration:
Summer (6/1/2027 - 8/6/2027) / Fall (Rolling) / Spring (Rolling)
Roles:
Civil / Building /
Estimating Pay:
$18/hr (Bachelor's) | $20/hr (Master's)
Locations:
Miami / West Palm Beach / Fort Myers Path to
Full-Time:
Top-performing interns evaluated for full-time Field Engineer roles post-graduation. (Seniors encouraged to apply) Housing not provided Apply now to get your hands dirty, your skills sharpened, and your career on solid ground!
OHLA ADA
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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.
OHLA EEO
Message:
OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor Qualifications:
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
Currently pursuing a Bachelor s in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field Eager, proactive, driven-a self-starter ready to dive in Organized and communicative, with strong time-management skills Interested in a long-term career in estimating, heavy civil or building construction Familiar with construction terminology? Great. If not, no stress-we ll teach you.
IMPORTANT
: Eligibility -> incoming juniors, seniors and spring graduates .
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Duration:
Summer (6/1/2027 - 8/6/2027) / Fall (Rolling) / Spring (Rolling)
Roles:
Civil / Building /
Estimating Pay:
$18/hr (Bachelor s) | $20/hr (Master s)
Locations:
Miami / West Palm Beach / Fort Myers Path to
Full-Time:
Top-performing interns evaluated for full-time Field Engineer roles post-graduation. (Seniors encouraged to apply) Housing not provided Apply now to get your hands dirty, your skills sharpened, and your career on solid ground!
OHLA ADA
Message:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.
OHLA EEO
Message:
OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
