Junior Estimator (Summer 2027 Internship)

About the Role

DBI Consultants is seeking Junior Estimators for a 10-week, 2027 Summer internship program. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in construction consulting and cost estimating, with a focus on evaluating damaged structures. The program aims to provide high-potential students with a unique opportunity to learn and grow within the AEC field, with a goal to hire 90% of interns into entry-level permanent positions after degree completion.

Locations

The internship is available across multiple US office 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 locations when applying.

The Opportunity

As a Junior Estimator, you will work with seasoned Estimators and Project Managers to learn the process of measuring, documenting, and presenting damage assessment projects. This includes gaining in-person experience from site visits, gathering data, and collaborating with team members to prepare cost estimates.

Core 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.
• May require lifting weights of up to 50 pounds, including a ladder.
• May require climbing ladders upwards of 30 feet.
• Requires close visual acuity with or without correction for report preparation, computer terminal use, keyboarding, reading printed documents, detailed visual inspections, color perception, depth perception, and sufficient field of vision.