
Heavy Civil Infrastructure Summer 2027 Intern (Geotechnical Construction)
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Job overview
Skanska is seeking current students for its Summer 2027 internship program, including geotechnical and other engineering roles. The program targets students pursuing construction-related degrees, though candidates without formal education opportunities may also be considered if they demonstrate a strong desire to join at entry level. Interns report to project managers, superintendents, and/or department staff.
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Full job description
Skanska is searching for Current Students in the field of Civil Engineering, Construction Management and similar disciplines. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.
Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. (https://www.usa.skanska.com/who-we-are/media/brochures/) Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.
Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.
The Skanska Internship Program targets students that are pursuing construction related degrees, but Skanska will consider individuals that may not have formal education opportunities, but demonstrate a strong desire to become part of our company at an entry level. Pay rate $25/hour.
Reports To: Project Manager, Superintendent and/or Department Staff
Intern Positions Include: Engineering, Field Engineering (Mechanical or Civil), Geotechnical, Cost Engineering, Safety Engineering, Estimating, and Equipment/Maintenance.
Engineering Internship Required Qualifications:
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Working towards Bachelor's in Construction Management, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical or related field or equivalent through experience.
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Knowledge of basic phases of construction projects
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Knowledge of mathematics functions (geometry, basic algebra)
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Computer skills (MS Office, HCSS, CGC, etc.)
Developing Your Career at Skanska, You Will:
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Contribute to a sustainable future improving the lives of people, communities and companies
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Collaborate in an open culture where sound values and dedicated people come together for greater results
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Thrive in a people-driven international company with countless opportunities to learn and grow
Come work with us and join a winning team!
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Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.
Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.
Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.
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How this job compares
Set against the 2,007 open Engineering Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$25/hr
- US median$23–30/hr990 hourly ranges
This rate, $25/hr, is 5% below the US median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the middle half of Engineering Intern hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 2,007 open Engineering Intern jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- Engineering Intern postings that state a minimum ask for 0 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 0 to 1 year (34 postings).
- Education
- 718 of the 2,007 open Engineering Intern jobs (36%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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