Job Description

SLR International Corporation is seeking a Construction Engineer Intern to join its talented team based in Cheshire or Glastonbury, CT. The candidate will be responsible for assisting Resident Engineers and Chief Inspectors in the management of small to medium size projects and supporting larger more complex projects often working under the direction of Connecticut DOT (CTDOT) staff. The types of projects focus on CTDOT and Utility/Infrastructure construction project including highway, local road, bridge, water main and sanitary sewer infrastructure type construction often following the CTDOT inspection process. In addition, the candidate will assist the designers in drafting, designing, estimating and specification writing for a variety of projects. SLR provides a wide range of construction-related services, private and public, including construction management, project administration, and construction observation/inspection.


During your career with SLR, you'll have the chance to work with a multidisciplinary team of experienced engineers, architects, planners, scientists, and other professional staff. You'll also get the opportunity to work on exciting and significant projects, delivering quality work that has a positive and lasting influence on the community and the environment.

About SLR

SLR is a professional consulting and advisory firm that has been advising clients for over 20 years. Starting as a UK business, we now operate as a global company with more than 2000 people delivering client solutions across five regions.


In the United States, SLR has nearly 500 employees located throughout 35 offices. Our team represents a broad and diverse range of technical and environmental capabilities. SLR's professionals offer a blend of experience incorporating engineers, geologists, toxicologists, hydrogeologists, remediation specialists, regulatory and compliance specialists, and environmental scientists. We work for clients throughout our six primary business sectors: Energy, Mining, Industry, Infrastructure, Built Environment and Power.


Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, flexible spending account, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Resident Engineer/Chief Inspector with Private, Municipal and State Projects Review Contract Documents (Plans and Specifications) Conduct measurements and documentation of construction activities to ensure compliance with contract documents. Perform basic material testing activities and supplying results for internal and external purposes. Testing may include Hot Mix Asphalt, Portland Cement Concrete and soils/aggregates Coordinate with Clients and Contractors Prepare records for oversight of construction Projects including daily inspection reports, testing protocols and the CT DOT five volume system for record keeping Assist in preparation for project progress meetings Maintain project records throughout construction Assist in the preparation of Estimates and Change Orders Prepare your inspection work documents including daily reports, computations, testing results, correspondence Coordinate with utility companies and various agencies of the industry relating to the project Assist manager to identify project issues and to quickly produce engineered solutions Assist design teams with CAD drafting, estimating and specifications Prepare estimates Work may involve working nights, weekends and holiday Work beyond eight hours per day and more than 40 hours per week may be required

Required Qualifications

Projected graduation with Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering/Construction Management within 2 years. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Willingness to obtain, EIT, PE or NICET/CCM certifications with experience Willingness to obtain ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification - Grade I Willingness to obtain NETTCP Concrete and HMA Certifications

Personal Attributes and Traits

Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities Demonstrated ability to organize and manage work Assist team members Excellent written and communication skills

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and want to be.

SLR is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity / Veterans / Disabled Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, civil union status, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or veteran status. Applicants may obtain a copy of SLR's Dissemination policy upon request and are eligible to use the resolution process contained therein.


At SLR, we embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organization. We respect and celebrate differences and want to ensure that we continuously strive to build a place where everyone feels included and is encouraged to be their authentic self.


We are committed to these values, and our SLR Culture & Diversity Team works to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across our people and talent processes, operations, and client work around the world. If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please contact us at careers-us@slrconsulting.com .