Field Engineer Intern

Overview

Shimmick is actively seeking a highly motivated Field Engineer Intern for employment in our Southwest Division. Exact project location is to be determined, but opportunities exist in multiple cities in Southern California, including San Diego, Lake Elsinore, Long Beach and Arroyo Grande . Expected start is May or June 2026 with an end date in August or September pending academic schedules.  

At Shimmick, we are problem solvers. Creative thinkers. Innovators. We approach each project with fresh ideas and big thinking in pursuit of better answers, better outcomes, and better experiences for our clients. We are resourceful, nimble and resilient. We work hard together—and with our clients—to deliver high-quality projects that are on time, on budget and beyond expectations. Backed by more than a centruy of engineering excellence and 1300+ professionals across the West Coast, we deliver innovated solutions accross four critical sectors: Water Resources, Climate Reslience, Energy Transition and Technology, and Sustainable transportation. What sets us apart is our ability to self-perform complex work - bringing greater control, efficiency, and quality to every project while creating lasting impact for the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Performing assignments that require the application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria’s to carry out engineering tasks. Assignments are designed to further develop judgment and understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Exercising judgment limited to developing details of work in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives
• Preparing engineering related calculations and developing drawings and visual aids
• Assisting with field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used
• Assisting with construction administration and documentation of deficiencies and deviations from plans
• Working under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member
• Researching and compiling project information for reporting, marketing, and funding requests
• Creating and maintaining centralized files for project records (including digital)
• Coordinating logistics and meetings for project managers
• Attending and taking minutes for the development team as requested
• Helping in the preparation of reports, including monthly development reports
• Assisting with community outreach duties as needed
• Attending neighborhood, community, and project meetings
• Undertaking tasks as may be assigned by project managers
• Having a clear understanding of the budget and assist in the creation of and adherence to project and development budgets

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program pursing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field with the intent to continue enrollment after an internship.
• Must have completed at least 1 year of study.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Capable of using spreadsheet, word processing and standard office software
• Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as CADD, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, Hydrologic/Hydraulic models)
• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• strong problem-solving skills and consistent attention to detail
• Ability to manage changing deadlines and work well under pressure for multiple team leaders
• Work independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasks
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills

Additional Information:

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States Work Authorization.
• The salary range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00 per hour depending on experience and/or education.
• A housing stipend is available to those who qualify.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement,  Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.