Construction Inspection Intern

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking Construction Inspection Interns to join our team in Grand Rapids, MI for Summer 2027!

When you join our Construction Engineering & Inspection team, you’ll help deliver the infrastructure that keeps communities moving! In this role, you’ll be part of a collaborative, field-focused group supporting transportation, bridge, utility, and municipal construction projects across the region. Our team partners closely with clients, contractors, and local agencies to solve challenges in real time, uphold quality and safety standards, and help bring important public infrastructure improvements from plan to completion.

If you enjoy being in the field, working with a knowledgeable team, and seeing the direct impact of your work on the communities around you, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a group that values communication, accountability, and practical problem-solving. You’ll contribute to projects that matter while building your technical expertise and long-term career path with Colliers Engineering & Design!

Responsibilities

• Oversee, document, and verify the work and daily activities of road and bridge construction crews to ensure compliance with contract documents and plans.
• Monitor and document work zone and traffic control operations.
• Take measurements, calculate quantities, and perform engineering related computations.
• Operate relevant material testing equipment.
• Provide technical assistance and help resolve challenges related to the construction operations.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and progress meetings.
• Assist with in-service bridge inspections and bridge project scoping.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related program.
• Must have reliable transportation to the office and job sites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess solid problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work in a high-paced environment.
• Basic computer knowledge/skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.