2027 Summer Internship - Construction, Field Based

SARGENT; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Referral program

Boot reimbursement

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sargent Corporation invites students to join as a 2027 Summer Field Intern in Virginia. This field-based program emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship, and progressive responsibility across all field roles.

Interns will be mentored, lead small teams under supervision, and work with superintendents on planning, execution, and project records. A full-time offer may follow for top performers.

Qualifications

• Internship requires enrollment in a construction-related program.
• Program offers hands-on field experience.
• Opportunity to advance to foreman role after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Mentor 1st Year Interns and contribute to project planning and execution.
• Gain experience in and exposure to all field roles.
• Lead and manage small teams with supervision from Superintendents.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Team management

Education

Construction studies enrollment

Job description

2027 Summer Internship - Construction, Field Based

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Join Sargent as a 2027 Summer Field Intern!

Are you ready to launch your career with hands‑on experience in the Heavy Civil Construction Field? Sargent Corporation offers an exceptional summer internship program designed to equip you with practical skills, industry knowledge, and the opportunity to learn from professionals with decades of experience.

What We Offer:

• Hands-On Experience: Gain practical field skills that complement your academic studies.
• Career Development: Start from the basics and progressively take on more responsibilities as you grow.
• Future Opportunities: Our aim is to see you evolve into a 1st Year Foreman role upon graduation, leading crews from day one and progressing into higher levels of leadership & management over time.

Internship Roles:

our internship experience is 100% field-based, extremely hands‑on, and is designed to be progressive year over year - culminating with a full-time offer for the right candidates.

Advanced Field Experience:

• Mentor 1st Year Interns and contribute to project planning and execution.
• Gain experience in and exposure to all field roles.

Foreman Trainee Experience:

• Lead and manage small teams.
• Work with Superintendents on planning and implementation.
• Maintain organized records and contribute to project analysis.

Details:

• Job Types: Temporary, Internship
• Salary: Starting from $21 per hour, progressive year over year
• Benefits: paid time off, referral program, boot reimbursement, 401(k), educational/partial tuition reimbursement (progressive)
• Educational Reimbursement: progressive, $1,500 to $2,500 per year for returning interns
• Schedule: 10-12 hour shifts (Field), 5 days per week with occasional Saturday shifts (project dependent)
• License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)
• Willingness to Travel: 100% (Preferred), ability to travel to jobsites (required) - generous travel pay policy
• Work Location: Various projects in Virginia (Field based)

Interns must be actively enrolled in a 2- or 4- year course of study relating to construction

Kickstart your career with Sargent and transform your summer internship into a pathway to a successful career!

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