Quality Intern- Kiewit Industiral District (Summer 2027)

Location: Lenexa, KS, US

Quality Intern- Kiewit Industiral District (Summer 2027)

Location

Denver, CO, US

Lenexa, KS, US

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Requisition ID: 183073

Job Level: Internship

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District

Department: Quality

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Position Overview

As a Quality Specialist Intern, you will be responsible for coordinating, documenting, and reporting quality control and quality assurance activities.  May be responsible for witnessing and performing quality control inspections and tests and for providing required documentation for the assigned areas or disciplines on a project.

At Kiewit, our mission is to make a meaningful impact through our construction operations. Whether it's tunneling through mountains, harnessing river energy, or building bridges that connect communities, we rely on skilled, safety-focused professionals to deliver exceptional results. Bring your ideas, dedication to quality, and strong work ethic. In return, we offer exciting career and travel opportunities, along with the satisfaction of building something extraordinary.

District Overview

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction.

If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.

Kiewit’s culture is built around mobility and opportunity. We relocate teams based on project needs, individual development plans, skill sets, and career goals. Your journey with Kiewit will be tailored to align with both your aspirations and our business needs.

Responsibilities

Maintain a strong understanding of company standards and guidelines

Track and analyze client critique schedules an trends

Communicate client feedback to employees

Manage Corrective Action Reports and facilitate Root Cause Analysis

Stay current on District Quality Manuals

Identify and mitigate potential quality issues

Participate in standards meetings and contribute quality-related insights

Understand ISO 9001 requirements

Assist with planning and conducting internal quality audits

Review documentation, interview staff, and administer audit assessments

Provide administrative support for audits and other quality initiatives

Deliver quality presentations and share updates via internal channels

Mentor Project Quality Coordinators

Develop and maintain Project Quality Plans and associated metrics

Qualifications

Willingness to travel and relocate (25%–50%)

Pursuing a degree in construction management, engineering, welding technology, or a related field

Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures preferred

Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus

Ability to access all areas of a construction site in varying conditions

Highly motivated with a strong initiative and commitment to excellence

Strong work ethic and integrity

Passion for safety and a commitment to ensuring a safe work environment

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet goals

Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail

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Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate 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.

Base Compensation: $18.00/hr - $22.00/hr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.