Junior Estimator (Summer 2027 Internship)
DBI Consultants
Posted 15 Nov 2026, 08:19 ET · Verified open on LinkedIn 15 Nov, 09:15 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Project management
- Work
- On-site in Denver Metropolitan Area · internship
- Pay
- $20–$27.5 an hour
- Skill demand
- Project management53%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 15, 2026 · still open
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About DBI Consultants
DBI Consultants are construction experts specializing in evaluating damaged structures. Their mission is to provide clear, independent, and accurate recommendations backed by evidence and expertise, bringing clients clarity and confidence.
The DBI Internship Experience is a well-organized program for high-potential students in the AEC field. It supplements field and cost estimating experiences with custom training modules from The Learning Studio and facilitates companywide engagement with an Expert Speaker series. The program concludes with a Capstone presentation and a Team Leader review for potential future employment opportunities. DBI aims to hire 90% of Junior Estimators into entry-level permanent roles after degree completion.
Internship Details
- Role: Junior Estimator
- Program: Summer 2027 Internship
- Duration: 10 weeks
- Locations: Atlanta, Chicago (Inverness), Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Fort Lauderdale, New Orleans, New York City, Orlando, Philadelphia, Riverside (CA), and San Antonio. Please indicate preferred location(s) when applying.
- Compensation: Paid internship, $20.00 - $27.50 per hour, depending on education and experience.
The Opportunity
As a Junior Estimator, you will work alongside seasoned Estimators and Project Managers to learn how damage assessment projects are measured, documented, and presented. You will gain in-person experience from project site visits to gather data and collaborate with team members to prepare cost estimates.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with site visits to collect measurements, photos, and project details.
- Support the analysis of labor, materials, and timelines for project estimates.
- Help track costs and flag differences between projected and actual figures.
- Learn to prepare professional reports and data entries in estimating tools.
- Gain exposure to industry software like Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the AEC field (e.g., civil engineering, construction management).
- Strong career interest in construction consulting, estimating, and project management.
- Comfortable working full time in both office and field environments.
- Willingness to travel locally and work within or atop damaged buildings, including roofs.
Physical Activities And Requirements
- May be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, or feel, especially during property damage investigations.
- May need to lift weights of up to 50 pounds, including a ladder.
- May need to climb ladders upwards of 30 feet.
- Requires close visual acuity for preparing reports, viewing computer terminals, using keyboards, reading documents, making detailed visual inspections, perceiving color, depth, and having a sufficient field of vision.