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Construction Project Engineer CPT roles put you on active job sites managing schedules, submittals, and RFIs under direct supervision, exactly the kind of integral curriculum work your DSO needs to authorize. Your engineering program must document how the role connects to your degree, so line up a faculty advisor before you start applying.
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Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry!
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2027 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Construction Project Engineer Intern to join our construction team in Seattle, WA.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You’ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What we look for in our Construction Project Engineer Interns:
- Must be pursuing or have a degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Sophomore student standing or higher required.
- Availability in Summer 2027 (May/June start until August/September depending on school); part-time availability after Summer preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and possess excellent follow-up skills.
- Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task, and work independently.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs, contracts, proposals, estimates, and other regularly encountered items.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio required; working knowledge of SharePoint and MS Project preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
What are our Construction Project Engineer Interns responsible for:
- Communicating with clients and project resources (subcontractors, vendors, trades) and document discussions, outcomes and decisions.
- Coordinating equipment procurement with the purchasing department and vendors.
- Supporting the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
- Working with various internal and external teams while on jobsite.
- Attending team management meetings.
- Communicating and coordinating with McKinstry subcontractors, including the routing of any correspondence.
- Communicating with Project Manager and Project team for daily duties.
- Maintaining drawings, daily correspondence with trades, schedules, RFI logs, submittal logs, and superintendent daily reports.
- Assisting in the client and subcontractor change order process.
- Creating Requests for Information (RFI)
- Processing, reviewing, logging, and distributing submittals.
- Publishing Operations and Maintenance Manuals for the client.
- Other duties as assigned
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate for this role is $24/hr.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry!
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2027 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Construction Project Engineer Intern to join our construction team in Seattle, WA.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You’ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What we look for in our Construction Project Engineer Interns:
- Must be pursuing or have a degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Sophomore student standing or higher required.
- Availability in Summer 2027 (May/June start until August/September depending on school); part-time availability after Summer preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and possess excellent follow-up skills.
- Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task, and work independently.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs, contracts, proposals, estimates, and other regularly encountered items.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio required; working knowledge of SharePoint and MS Project preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
What are our Construction Project Engineer Interns responsible for:
- Communicating with clients and project resources (subcontractors, vendors, trades) and document discussions, outcomes and decisions.
- Coordinating equipment procurement with the purchasing department and vendors.
- Supporting the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
- Working with various internal and external teams while on jobsite.
- Attending team management meetings.
- Communicating and coordinating with McKinstry subcontractors, including the routing of any correspondence.
- Communicating with Project Manager and Project team for daily duties.
- Maintaining drawings, daily correspondence with trades, schedules, RFI logs, submittal logs, and superintendent daily reports.
- Assisting in the client and subcontractor change order process.
- Creating Requests for Information (RFI)
- Processing, reviewing, logging, and distributing submittals.
- Publishing Operations and Maintenance Manuals for the client.
- Other duties as assigned
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate for this role is $24/hr.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
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Get Access To All JobsConstruction Project Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Project Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your engineering program can demonstrate the role is integral to your curriculum. Construction Project Engineer positions typically involve schedule management, submittal review, RFI coordination, and site supervision, tasks that map directly to civil, structural, or construction management coursework. Your DSO will evaluate the offer letter and job duties against your degree requirements before authorizing CPT.
Can I work on a federal construction project as an F-1 CPT student?
You can work for a contractor on a federal project, but the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, which federal contractors are required to use. Your F-1 status and CPT authorization don't create additional restrictions specific to federal sites, but confirm with your employer's HR team that your I-20 CPT endorsement and E-Verify record are both active before your first day on site.
How do I find construction employers that will sponsor CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for general contractors, construction management firms, and engineering companies with a history of LCA filings. Employers who've sponsored H-1B visa or other work visas before already have HR processes for authorization paperwork, which makes CPT onboarding faster. Focus on mid-size to large firms with dedicated HR teams rather than small subcontractors who may not have handled F-1 CPT before.
What happens if my CPT end date falls before the project wraps up?
CPT authorization is tied to the dates on your I-20, and working past that date violates your F-1 status. If the project extends, your DSO can issue an updated I-20 with a new end date, but only if you're still enrolled and the extension still qualifies as integral to your curriculum. Plan this in advance with your DSO, don't wait until the original end date has passed.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility?
Twelve or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your post-completion OPT entirely. Part-time CPT and any amount of part-time CPT don't count toward that limit. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation for H-1B sponsorship, track your full-time CPT usage carefully. Your DSO can show you how many months you've accumulated so you don't inadvertently hit the cutoff before graduation.