About the role#
As a Quality Intern within the Kiewit Industrial District, you will coordinate, document, and report on quality control and quality assurance activities. You will gain hands-on experience by witnessing inspections and tests, managing corrective action reports, and assisting with internal audits. This is a full-time, paid summer 2027 internship based on-site.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate and document quality control activities for assigned project areas.
- Perform and witness quality inspections and tests.
- Manage Corrective Action Reports and facilitate root cause analysis.
- Assist in planning and conducting internal quality audits, including reviewing documentation and interviewing staff.
- Develop and maintain project quality plans and associated metrics.
- Identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
- Communicate client feedback to team members and track critique trends.
- Participate in standards meetings and contribute quality-related insights.
- Deliver quality presentations and share updates via internal channels.
- Mentor project quality coordinators and provide administrative support for quality initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in construction management, engineering, welding technology, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to access all areas of a construction site in varying conditions.
- A strong commitment to safety and following established policies.
- Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures is preferred.
- Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
Location & details#
- Location: Denver, Colorado.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Travel: Willingness to travel and relocate (25% to 50%) is required.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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