Hybrid Engineering Cost Management Intern

at AtkinsRéalis

• Job title: Engineering Cost Management Intern
• Job type: Internship
• Experience level: Entry level
• Salary: $25 - $31 per hour
• Degree requirement: Associate's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Portland, United States

About the role

• Intern supporting engineering cost management at AtkinsRéalis. Involves assistance in cost analysis and project management documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal teams in planning and preparing basic pricing materials, cost narratives, and related documentation for new business opportunities
• Help collect and review subcontractor information, including service offerings, product specifications, and performance updates
• Provide administrative and analytical support to project managers on contract budgeting activities
• Ensure all required documents—including contracts, sign‑off forms, and supporting materials—are organized and uploaded into the company repository
• Assist in preparing periodic cost reports and help review cost-related documents under the guidance of senior staff
• Assist in procurement-related tasks, including gathering documents for RFPs and supporting bid comparison activities
• Support cost analysis activities, including value engineering exercises and earned value analysis, under supervision

Requirements

• No experience is generally required if accepted into an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program in a related technical field
• Must have completed 60 hours towards an engineering, construction management, finance or related field by the start of the internship (Summer 2026)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Advanced skills in Excel
• Experience with Power BI or QS software (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hands-on experience with industry leaders
• Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
• Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities
• Enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience
• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
• Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• Leaves of absences options
• Flexible work options
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits