Construction Superintendent Intern (Summer 2027)

About You

Are you someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems in real time, and seeing projects come to life in the field?

Do you take pride in doing the right thing, leading by example, and delivering quality work safely?

Are you eager to learn how construction projects are built from the ground up while working alongside experienced field leaders?

If you answered "Yes!" — this opportunity was built for you.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As a Superintendent Intern/Co-op, every day brings a new lesson. You’ll gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your growth.

• Gain exposure to how ARCO manages daily job site activities from site mobilization through project completion.
• Participate in daily safety meetings, job site inspections, and learn how to promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Assist with coordinating subcontractor activities and monitoring progress to help keep projects on schedule.
• Observe and support quality inspections to ensure work is completed according to project plans, specifications, and ARCO standards.
• Work with Superintendents and subcontractors to understand sequencing, resolve field issues, and maintain productive workflows.
• Assist with documenting daily job site activities, taking progress photos, and preparing daily reports.
• Attend subcontractor coordination meetings, owner walkthroughs, and project planning discussions to see how field teams communicate and solve challenges.
• Become familiar with construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings while learning how they are applied in the field.
• Conduct site walks with experienced Superintendents to monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and verify work is performed safely and correctly.
• Participate in offsite trainings and biweekly learning sessions provided by the Learning and Development team.
• Partner with Project Managers and field teams to understand how office and field operations work together to successfully deliver projects.

Necessary Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered).
• Driver's License.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethics.
• Previous Co-op or intern experience in construction preferred, but not required.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities.
• Housing stipend available based on need.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for interns working at least 3 months.
• Professional development through training and mentorship.
• Company-sponsored lunches, happy hours, and networking events.
• Fully stocked kitchens with drinks and snacks.
• A fun, inclusive work environment.
• Annual Intern Summit where interns from across the company connect through leadership sessions, workshops, networking, and team-building activities.

Four Core Values

• Treat people fairly and do the right thing.
• Understand our customers’ business and solve their problems.
• Be positive, upbeat, and have fun.
• Create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit.

EEO, Including Disability/Vets

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members, interns, and co-ops.