Construction Inspector Internship - Summer 2026

Overview

Summer intern inspects MDOT road construction, measures, documents, performs tests.

Key Responsibilities

• construction inspection
• quantity computation
• compliance check
• field testing
• test reporting
• ticket collection

Tasks

-Inspection duties will include basic construction inspection, measurement and documentation of construction activities, computation of quantities and checking work for compliance with specifications. Work may also include performing basic field testing and communicating the test results to your supervisor as well as collecting quantity tickets on paving projects.

Requirements

• engineering degree
• driver's license
• construction inspection
• travel required
• overtime
• communication

What You Bring

-Travel to the job site will be required. Locations of work will vary depending on the assignment. -Seeking a college degree (2-year or 4-year) in Engineering, Engineering Technology or equivalent. -Ideal applicants will be in college with a focus in engineering or engineering technology with limited knowledge in the principles and practice of engineering and construction. The successful candidate should be a good communicator, have solid writing/math skills and be comfortable interacting with others on the job site, including inspectors and contractors. The successful candidate will be expected to follow directions provided by supervisors and senior staff. -Willing to work more than 40 hours per week. -Valid driver’s license; safe/reliable transportation -Reliable, hardworking and willing to follow directions provided by supervisor. -Looking to gain construction inspection experience.

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About Ljb Inc.

-The firm expanded from Midwest roots into a national engineering consultancy. -It pioneered Midwest tilt‑up concrete in 1970 and later designed the world’s largest tilt‑up structure in Texas. -Its portfolio spans buildings, roads, water systems, and fall protection, including early bridge and roundabout projects in Ohio. -LJB delivers cost‑efficient structural design—especially tilt‑up, concrete, steel and wood structures—across North America, with licenses in all 50 states and Canada. -Safety by Design fall protection services grew from a 1994 project with GSA into a nationally recognized training and consulting arm. -Typical projects include large industrial facilities, airports, healthcare buildings, federal and municipal infrastructure, including iconic bridges and civil works. -Through strategic acquisitions of water resources and civil/survey firms, the firm continues expanding its sector depth and geographic reach.

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