2027 Summer Intern - Heavy Civil Construction - Northern Virginia

Location: Verona, VA (Nearest major market: Charlottesville; nearest secondary market: Virginia)

About the role

Position Summary: Branch is searching for an Intern to join our Summer Internship program. We are searching for rising Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who are pursuing degrees in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management and/or a related degree. Our program is designed to provide a structured and supportive learning environment whereby the Intern will develop impactful skills and attributes necessary for a successful career in the construction industry. We are looking for students with integrity because it’s not just about the work we do, but how we do it.

Responsibilities

• Interact with subcontractors, vendors and owners.
• Participate in cost planning and scheduling, materials procurement, cost control, and quality management.
• During the final stages of the program, prepare a presentation outlining their experience at Branch.
• Follow safety and security procedures and determine appropriate action steps.
• Travel is required to job sites and offices as assigned.
• Meet physical demands: regularly talk/hear; frequently stand, walk, use hands, reach; occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; frequently lift up to 10 lb, occasionally up to 25 lb; vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled college student interested in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management and/or a related degree.
• Courteous and professional attitude when dealing with co‑workers, customers and the public.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and computer skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record is mandatory.
• Passionate and determined to make a difference.

Skills

• Dependability
• Interpersonal Skills
• Demonstrating Initiative
• Using Computers and Technology
• Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Pay

Salary range: $22/hr – $28/hr (actual compensation based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job‑related factors).

Schedule

Full‑time position, typically 40+ hours per week.