Co-op/Internship (Independence Construction)

About Us

Independence Construction is one of the largest construction management businesses headquartered in Northeast Ohio. As part of the DiGeronimo Companies, we offer self-perform services through our affiliated companies and bring an owner’s approach to projects as a developer. We are committed to honesty, integrity, and outstanding performance, ensuring the best results for our partners, subcontractors, and community.

Our Values

• People: Provide a safe, family-oriented environment and protect our most valuable assets.
• Commitment: Uphold integrity in all we do.
• Performance: Deliver the highest quality, find solutions, and provide value to our partners.
• Community: Positively impact the communities we serve, give back, and leave the world better than we found it.

Responsibilities

A Co-op or Intern will learn and perform various jobsite functions, including:

• Estimating:
  • Develop quantity take-offs based on project plans
  • Review subcontractor quotations
  • Review project plans and specifications
  • Assist in subcontractor solicitations for proposals
  • Attend and host project walk-throughs
• Assistant Engineer:
  • Update field office drawings as needed
  • Assist in running and documenting weekly project meetings
  • Work with field personnel on daily safety inspections
  • Assist in managing the RFI process
  • Work with subcontractors on schedule updates
  • Assist in the management of change orders
  • Research and estimate costs relating to work orders/change orders
  • Report development and updates
• Assistant Superintendent or Field Engineer:
  • Assist in running field foreman meetings and toolbox talks
  • Make weekly look-ahead and monthly baseline schedule updates
  • Generate daily safety inspections and write-ups
  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors' location and timing of work
  • Assist in the managing of submittals and shop drawings
  • Assist in gathering field conditions information for RFIs/issues
  • Assist in resolving field logistics issues

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year university pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Strongly encouraged to intern for at least 2 terms (do not need to be consecutive).
• Co-ops/Interns are required to work 40+ hour weeks, preferably when the student is taking a semester away from school.
• A degree of travel is required for the internship.

We are currently looking to fill Co-op/Internship positions for the Spring 2027 Semester.