Commercial Construction Intern - Summer 2027

HITT Contracting Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on learning

Networking events

Career development

Personal growth

Job summary

HITT Contracting invites aspiring construction professionals to join the Futures Program as a Commercial Construction Intern for a 10-week summer experience. You’ll work alongside project teams, gaining exposure to management, procurement, and field operations while building professional networks.

The program emphasizes mentorship, hands-on learning, and development courses designed to prepare you for future roles in project management or superintendency within a leading general contractor.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in construction, engineering, or business.
• Internship or volunteer work is a plus.
• Ability to work ~40 hours per week for 10 weeks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with project software: Procore, BlueBeam, and Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery with project managers and superintendents.
• Assist with subcontractors, material tracking, and file management.
• Contribute to document control: submittals, RFIs, change orders.
• Assist in bid package preparation and subcontractor bidding.
• Aid in progress reporting and client communications.
• Assist site reviews: review drawings, verify site conditions, coordinate trades, support safety/quality.
• Engage in networking and professional development events and training.

Skills

Project coordination

Multitasking

Communication

Software familiarity

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student in construction/engineering/business

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Procore

Adobe

BlueBeam

Job description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

Commercial Construction Intern - Summer 2027 Job Description: Join our award-winning HITT Futures Program as a Commercial Construction Intern to kickstart your career in construction management at a top national general contractor. If you are passionate about construction, eager to learn from industry leaders, and ready to be a part of a team committed to elevating the business of building, our top-ranked Internship Program is the perfect opportunity to invest in your future as a commercial construction superintendent or project manager. Our competitively-paid internship prepares you for success through individual mentorship, hands-on learning, professional networking events, career development courses, and personal growth opportunities over an immersive 10-week experience. The dates of the 2027 program will run from 5/24/2027 - 8/5/2027.

Established in 1937, HITT’s success is a result of deep relationships with our partners and subcontractors and the trust of our clients. A small, family business founded in the spirit of the American dream, we’re now more than 1,700 teammates strong, with projects in nearly every state. With 14 operating office locations across the country, HITT is ranked as a top workplace from coast to coast. Our HITT Futures Internship Program is ranked nationwide as the Top Construction Internship by Vault.com.

Responsibilities

• Support various aspects of project delivery alongside project managers and superintendents.
• Assist with subcontractors and supplier coordination, material tracking, and file management.
• Contribute to document control processes, including drafting submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Support the preparation of bid packages and assist in soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids.
• Aid in progress reporting and updates for internal teams and client communication.
• Assist with jobsite responsibilities such as reviewing construction drawings, verifying site conditions, coordinating trades, and supporting safety and quality control efforts.
• Actively engage in networking and social events, professional development opportunities, educational classes (including software training), and HITT’s corporate responsibility initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited university within the construction, engineering, or business concentrations.
• Previous industry internship, volunteer work, or work experiences is a plus.
• Passion for construction and general contracting industry.
• Ability to work approximately 40 hours per week for the duration of the 10-week program.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn project-specific software systems, including Microsoft Office 365 (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Procore, Adobe, and BlueBeam).
• Exceptional customer and client focus with ability to succeed in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Since 1937, HITT Contracting has grown to be one for the top 10 general contractors in the U.S. with 16 offices nationwide. We continue to expand across the country, leading us to new locations and expanding into new work types. HITT has a workforce of more than 3,300 team members companywide, and we’re looking for driven candidates to join our team who want to grow with us and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.

HITT will never ask you for personal or financial information via email or text message as part of the recruiting process.