Year Round Dredging Intern - Weeks Marine

Position OverviewAs an intern, you will be an integral part of our marine based Dredging Division. In this position, you will utilize engineering principles taking part in project layout, topographic and hydrographic surveying, production guidance, monitoring, reporting, and dredging quality control. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and work with other talented team members.LocationThis position will be based out of our Covington, Louisiana office. It will be part‑time and remote during the school year, and on site during the Summer of 2026.ResponsibilitiesCommitment to an incident and injury free workplaceAbility to read and comprehend project plans and specificationsTake part in project layout and file designDredge cut and fill planning and managementProvide accurate vessel positioning to ensure dredging operations take place within the defined permit limits, as per contractCoordinate survey activities with the Project Engineer to meet schedule requirementsCollect and process hydrographic and topographic survey data to calculate volumes of materials removed or placedLearn the fundamentals of dredge production utilizing proprietary production tools and analysis programs to aid in optimizing project performance and providing solutions to complex dredging projectsDredge production guidance, monitoring, and reportingSurvey subcontractor managementEnsure quality control of the dredging processResponsible for the inventory and maintenance of survey and assigned equipmentQualificationsInternship opportunity for candidates with target backgrounds in Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field of studyAbility to be trained to utilize current surveying equipment and techniquesAbility to accurately read contract drawingsAbility to perform earthwork volume computationsProficient skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointFamiliarity with AutoCAD, Trimble, and Hypack software preferredAbility to work 19 days on, 9 days offAbility to live aboard vessel for full rotationWillingness and ability to travel requiredOther common names for this role: Engineer Intern, Office Intern, Field InternOther RequirementsRegular, reliable attendanceWork productively and meet deadlines timelyCommunicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.Equal Opportunity EmployerEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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