Intern - Field Engineer

About David E. Looper & Company

Since 1993, David E. Looper & Company has built a reputation for delivering exceptional value, completing projects on time and within budget, and building lasting relationships grounded in integrity and quality craftsmanship. Our people are the foundation of our success — and we take pride in fostering a culture where teamwork, accountability, and innovation thrive.

Position Overview

The Construction Intern is a field-focused position designed for students pursuing a career in commercial construction. This role provides hands-on exposure to jobsite operations while developing the foundational technical and leadership skills aligned with a future Field Engineer career path. The Intern works closely with Superintendents and Project Managers to support safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily jobsite operations, coordination, and scheduling activities.
• Support subcontractor coordination and monitor progress under supervision.
• Participate in jobsite walks to observe quality control and safety compliance.
• Assist with maintaining project documentation, logs, and field reports.
• Support material tracking, deliveries, and inventory coordination.
• Attend subcontractor and safety meetings to gain exposure to field leadership processes.
• Learn our field management systems, reporting tools, and construction workflows.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications & Experience

• Currently pursuing (or planning to pursue) a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; exceptional high school students with a strong interest in construction and a clear career goal in this field are encouraged to apply.
• Strong interest in commercial construction and field operations.
• Basic understanding of construction processes and jobsite safety practices are preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with field teams and project leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a fieldbased environment and travel to job sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, coop, or summer experience in construction.
• Familiarity with construction drawings and specifications.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Demonstrated initiative, leadership potential, and interest in a Field Engineer career path.

What We Offer

• Handson, realworld field experience on active commercial projects.
• Direct mentorship from experienced Superintendents and Project Managers.
• Exposure to the full project lifecycle from mobilization to closeout.
• Opportunity for future fulltime consideration in the Field Engineer track.
• A collaborative, teamdriven work environment focused on growth and development.