Construction Management Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

We are seeking motivated individuals with an interest in construction to join our team as a Construction Management Intern. This summer internship provides hands-on learning opportunities in various areas of construction management.

Responsibilities

• Dive into the aspects of project management: project finances, maintaining contract documents, issuing subcontracts, preparing submittal schedules, coordinating meetings, RFIs, change order requests, and more
• Explore the value and importance of Safety and Quality Control programs and how to coordinate actions to address problems
• Create safety procedures and audit procedures first-hand by visiting job sites to do safety inspections
• Understand the many variables of the preconstruction process by assisting with the preparation of bid packages, evaluating subcontractor bids, reviewing proposals/specifications, drawings, executing material takeoffs, etc.
• Participate in the Hourigan Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) by committing to safe work practices, raising concerns, attending and applying safety and health training, and eliminating hazards within your capability and control and the help of safety staff

Qualifications and Experience

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline
• Must demonstrate genuine interest in the construction industry
• Fosters a strong desire to learn and welcomes new challenges
• Able to work approximately 40 hours per week for a summer internship
• Able to work independently, but also values teamwork and collaboration
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to work non-traditional hours, including early mornings and evenings, to meet project needs
• Work may be performed in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Frequent physical activity includes standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, and pulling
• Occasional activity includes sitting and using a computer or viewing a computer screen
• Fosters a strong desire to learn and values the need to collaborate with all team members
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills
• Approach every responsibility and interaction with a high level of integrity, fairness, care, and concern
• Lead forward by seeing challenges as a way to create new possibilities and solutions
• Consistently deliver beyond expectations to provide exceptional results

Benefits

The summary of essential duties and responsibilities listed above is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at our discretion. The hourly range listed on this posting represents Hourigan's good faith estimate of the expected compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be based on qualifications, experience, internal equity, and market considerations.

Pay

Hourigan will consider candidates for a competitive hourly rate based on qualifications, experience, internal equity, and market considerations.

Schedule

This summer internship will provide you with hands-on learning opportunities in the various areas within construction management. Depending on your internship placement, you’ll spend time in one of the following areas: field management, project management, preconstruction services, virtual design & construction coordination, and safety.

Skills

Some periodic travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Hourigan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or protected Veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.