Co-op Program - Chicago - Spring 2027

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western is offering a Co-op program in the Chicagoland area to rotate through multiple divisions and learn real project leadership. This internship is designed to prepare you for full-time roles after graduation, with structured rotations and a learning plan that blends academics with on-site practice.

Co-ops will rotate a minimum of 3 work terms (4 months each), assisting project managers and field staff while gaining exposure to cost estimation,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Enrollment in a cooperative education program is preferred.
• Specific roles may require relocation.
• 12-week work schedule is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist project manager or field supervision staff with project coordination.
• Estimate costs for change orders.
• Solicit bidders and coordinate subcontractor activity.
• Schedule contracts and materials.
• Support document control processes.
• Coordinate subcontractors across divisions.
• Participate in safety management and team meetings.
• Write RFIs and submittals and assist with change orders.

Skills

Project coordination

Cost estimation

Subcontractor coordination

Scheduling

Document control

Safety management

Team participation

RFI / submittals

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree

Co-op program enrollment

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking Co-ops for our Midwest Region, in the Chicagoland area. Our co-op program will prepare you for leadership positions both on and off the jobsite. We work with university cooperative education programs to alternate you through 3 - 5 work rotations. Each work rotation has a structured learning plan to enhance your education and introduce you to the perfect career path! The co-op rotation schedule allows for the perfect blend of academics and work experience to support you in a successful career!

Responsibilities

The Co-op position will rotate for a minimum of 3 work terms, (4 months in length) in sequence with academic schedules, in multiple divisions across the U.S. Co-ops will learn about multiple career paths in our company, and will be trained to become a full-time employee after college graduation.

Some Duties And Responsibilities Include

• Assisting project manager or field supervision staff with project coordination
• Estimating cost for change orders
• Soliciting bidders and coordinate subcontractor activity
• Scheduling of various contracts and materials
• Document control
• Coordination of subcontractors
• Safety management
• Participation in team meetings
• Writing RFIs, submittals, and assisting in change orders

Qualifications

• Seeking a bachelor’s degree is preferred
• The ability to work a 12-week work schedule is preferred
• Enrollment in a cooperative education program at a college or university is preferred
• Specific roles may require relocation

Co-op Benefits Include

• Medical Insurance
• Paid US Holidaysli>Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job Category:

Intern & Co-op

Job Type:

Full_time

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran