Summer Intern - Project Manager

About the role

As a Summer Intern, you will gain practical experience in heavy civil construction project management by supporting field and office operations. This internship provides exposure to safety practices, scheduling, project documentation, and trade partner coordination, while working alongside experienced professionals. This internship is an opportunity to gain real-world experience, build professional relationships, and develop the foundation for a career in heavy civil construction.

Responsibilities

• Safety Support: Observe and assist with the implementation of site safety practices. Participate in safety meetings and learn how safety culture is elevated in the field.
• Project Documentation: Support project managers and engineers with Requests for Information (RFIs), Submittals, Change Orders, and other contract documentation.
• Scheduling & Planning: Assist with reviewing and updating project schedules. Learn how sequencing and planning impact successful outcomes.
• Field Exposure: Work alongside superintendents and field engineers to understand daily construction operations, site logistics, and quality control processes.
• Trade Partner & Supplier Interaction: Participate in preconstruction meetings, site walks, and progress discussions with trade partners and suppliers.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of mentoring, training sessions, and hands-on project exposure to develop project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in the heavy civil construction industry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with construction software (Bluebeam Revu, BIM360, MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and take initiative.
• Willingness to work both in the field and office settings.