Co-op/Intern Fall 2027

Bailey-Harris Construction Co. Inc; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Bailey-Harris Construction Co. Inc is seeking a Co-Op / Intern to gain hands-on experience across all phases of commercial construction.

The role supports project teams in the field and in the office, bridging academic work with practical application and professional development. You will participate in project administration, estimating exposure, safety initiatives, and quality control, with an end-of-semester presentation.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in commercial construction, project management, field operations, estimating, safety, and quality.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, or willingness to learn.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Willingness to work in both field and office environments.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic computer proficiency; exposure to construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or takeoff tools is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day construction activities on assigned projects.
• Assist with project administration and estimating exposure.
• Contribute to safety and quality initiatives.
• Participate in end-of-semester presentation and safety education.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Teamwork

Field/office versatility

Procore/Bluebeam exposure

Education

Building Science/Construction Management/Civil Engineering student

Related field knowledge

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Takeoff tools

Job description

CO-OP/ INTERN POSITION SUMMARY:

TheCo-Op / Intern position provides hands‑on experience across all phases of construction, including preconstruction planning, project execution in the field, office operations, safety, and quality. This role is designed to help students bridge academic knowledge with field application, develop technical and leadership skills, promote safety and professionalism, and prepare for a career with a general contractor.

The Co-Op / Intern will work closely with project teams and supervisors to support day‑to‑day construction activities, project administration, estimating exposure, and safety and quality initiatives while contributing to the overall success of assigned projects.

This role also includes completion of assigned checklist activities, safety education, and an end‑of‑semester presentation.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current student pursuing a degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in commercial construction, project management, field operations, estimating, safety, and quality.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, or willingness to learn.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Willingness to work in both field and office environments.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic computer proficiency; exposure to construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or takeoff tools is helpful.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY STATEMENT:

• This position is subject to our Drug and Alcohol Policy and applicable regulatory requirements. We maintain a drug- and alcohol‑free workplace and may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre‑employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post‑accident, as permitted by law.