Summer Construction Laborer Intern

About the role

McConnell & Associates is a leading employee-owned civil and sports construction company serving clients throughout the Midwest. We build and maintain durable, high-performance infrastructure and athletic facilities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and quality. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), our employee-owners share directly in the success they help create. The Summer Construction Laborer Intern position is located in Kansas City, MO on the Asphalt Crew, seasonal/summer (May–August 2027), designed for students seeking hands‑on field experience working alongside experienced crews on manual labor, site preparation, and field operations across our specialized divisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor on the jobsite to support daily construction, paving, or surface maintenance tasks.
• Assist with site preparation, material staging, tool maintenance, and jobsite cleanup.
• Drive various sized company trucks to and from jobsites as authorized.
• Ensure safety is prioritized in all daily activities and follow all company safety policies.
• Report directly to your crew foreman and follow daily instructions efficiently.
• Maintain strict punctuality and a strong work ethic to keep projects on schedule.
• Support a culture of teamwork, accountability, and quality on every jobsite.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with a genuine desire to succeed and learn.
• Valid driver’s license required; Class A CDL is a plus.
• Relatively clean motor vehicle report. (Applicants with a drug or alcohol driving offense in the last three years will not be considered; other violations evaluated per insurance standards).
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting heavy objects, standing/walking for extended periods, and working outdoors in summer weather conditions.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K Savings Plan With a Company Match
• Career Growth: Direct pathway to full-time opportunities with MAC upon graduation