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Construction Management Intern

Bilfinger North America · Iowa City, IA · 1 mo ago
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Overview

Bilfinger North America is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Construction Management Interns to join our team. This internship provides a structured, site-based learning experience, allowing interns to immerse themselves in the project and construction management environment. Participants will engage in a blend of onboarding, field exposure, practical project support, mentor coaching, and self-paced learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Onboarding & Site Orientation: Complete HR onboarding and site safety orientation, including introductions to the project team and an overview of expectations.
  • Safety & Quality Assurance: Understand and adhere to Bilfinger's safety culture and project-specific quality standards.
  • Construction Management Fundamentals: Learn about the project lifecycle, documentation processes, and core responsibilities in construction management.
  • Field Exposure: Shadow CMs, PMs, and site leaders to observe daily operations, planning discussions, and project meetings.
  • Applied Project Work: Participate in a defined site-based project or process improvement task, contributing to real project needs under mentor guidance.
  • Self-Paced Learning: Complete online training covering safety awareness, construction management basics, and professional development.
  • Mentoring and Feedback: Attend regular check-ins with supervisors and mentors to receive feedback and guidance throughout the internship.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, interns will:

  • Understand Bilfinger's safety culture and operational procedures.
  • Be able to articulate how safety, quality, cost, and customer expectations are interconnected in project management.
  • Gain practical experience in construction management responsibilities and real-time project execution.
  • Develop a capstone project that reflects their learning and contributions during the internship.

Qualifications

  • Education: Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
  • GPA: Minimum of 3.0.
  • Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to learn and adapt.
  • Travel: Must be mobile and ready to travel as required for site assignments.

Eligibility: Junior or senior college students. No U.S. visa sponsorship available.

Location: Various Bilfinger North America Sites

Duration: 12-week summer internship

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript demonstrating GPA. For questions, contact Jason Alan Jaure (jason.jaure@bilfinger.com).

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