Construction Intern

Please note: 

• Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process. 
• The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

What It Takes

Open to undergraduate students interested in gaining hands-on practical experience in the construction field. Qualified applicants will assist project teams in managing construction projects/ including all phases from bidding to final completion.

• Assignments include office and job site; relocation to a remote sites may be required.
• Transportation is required.
• Work periods are 10-14 weeks; 40 hours/week.
• Housing may be provided in certain situations.

Intern Job Description

Reporting Relationship: Depending on the work assignment, interns will report to a project manager, superintendent, project engineer or field engineer. You may be assigned to the office, jobsite or mix of both.

Tasks Assigned: You will be learning the engineering and technical aspects of the project both in the field and in the office. Your experience will include some or all the following:

• Quantity take-off
• Layout
• Preconstruction/as-built surveys
• Shop drawing & submittal review/approval & maintenance of log.
• Request for information (RFI) review/submission/response & maintenance of log.
• Interfacing with subcontractors & suppliers
• Attending weekly progress & coordination meetings
• Assisting with coordinating the work between the owner, architect & subcontractors
• Assisting during the bid process with things such as subcontractor outreach/solicitation, bid package development, bid review & verification, etc.
• Assist with reviewing construction documents & specifications.
• Assisting with reviewing all document revisions & clarifications
• Assisting with maintaining field records
• Assisting with estimates/budgets/value engineering/constructability surveys
• Assist with writing subcontracts & purchase orders.
• Assisting with preparing billings change orders for owner
• Assisting with verification & approval of invoices
• Assisting with ordering & expediting materials
• Assisting with quality control & safety management, including inspections, tool box talks, project-specific program review & development, first work inspections and documentation.
• Assisting with managing subcontracts
• Assisting with permit process
• Assisting with performing scheduling, estimating & project management
• Punchlist & project closeout
• Cooperating & working with field project management
• Assisting with developing monthly reports
• Assisting with site logistics plan development and implementation
• Verifying and tracking work progress and field productivity
• And any other duties that may be assigned

Technical Capabilities

You should be familiar with the following software: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, etc. 

Basic qualifications for Entry-Level Engineer candidates include:

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology.
• Knowledge of engineering principles.
• Knowledge of basic business principles sufficient to project and monitor expenses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, product/material installation instructions and engineering/architectural drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics or working with craft workers.