About the Role
A Construction Internship typically involves assisting project managers and
field engineers, organizing documentation, and learning about construction
processes, all while gaining valuable industry experience.
Requirements
General Duties and Responsibilities:
Project Assistance:
Assist with tasks related to project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and
execution.
Documentation: Organize, manage, and maintain project documentation, including
submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), shop drawings, and punch
lists.
Communication: Facilitate communication between team members, subcontractors, and
vendors.
Site Observation: Observe and learn from construction activities on site, gaining practical
experience in construction processes.
Administrative Tasks: Assist with administrative duties such as filing, typing, and data entry.
Learning and Development: Expand knowledge of construction industry practices, standards, and
technologies through mentorship and on-the-job training.
Safety: Familiarize with safety protocols and ensure compliance with safety
regulations.
Field Work: Assist with minor repairs, site maintenance and punch list creation
Skills and Requirements
Strong Work Ethic: Interns should be reliable, punctual, and committed to completing assigned tasks to a high standard.
Communication Skills: Possess good written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and stakeholders.
Organizational Skills: Be detail-oriented and organized to maintain project documentation and schedules effectively.
Technical Skills: Be able to learn and use relevant construction software and tools.
Problem-Solving Skills: Be able to identify and address problems that arise on the project.
Teamwork: Be a team player and able to work collaboratively with others.
Basic Math Skills: Have a strong understanding of math to assist with quantity takeoffs and calculations.
Read and Interpret Plans: Be able to understand and interpret architectural and structural plans and specifications.
Software Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Examples of Specific Tasks:
Review policies and procedures within the department.
Assist in legal review, risk review, implementation, and budgeting of construction contracts.
Prepare and distribute project management communications.
Support the development of project analyses.
Assist in Right of Way budgeting and invoicing.
Maintain a neat and organized field office.
Assist with the posting of jobsite As-Builts.
Note: The specific responsibilities and tasks of a construction internship may
vary depending on the project, and the intern's supervisor.
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