Concrete Labor Intern

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Academic credit possible

Future employment opportunities

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. offers a Field Intern program where students gain real-world experience on challenging construction projects. You will work with project managers and site staff, observe site operations, and assist with documentation and scheduling.

Participants must be enrolled in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related programs. The internship emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and a proactive attitude, with potential for future employment within the company.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree program (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field).
• Strong academic performance and interest in construction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to fast-paced construction environments.
• Eagerness to learn and proactive attitude.
• Basic understanding of construction principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with planning, execution, and management.
• Spend time on sites to observe and participate in construction activities.
• Help with project documentation, reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Learn construction methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field staff to meet goals.
• Troubleshoot construction-related challenges.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Adaptability

Construction basics

Education

Enrollment in Construction Management or Civil Engineering program

Job description

We are seeking an Field Intern, you will gain invaluable real-world experience, work on challenging projects, and collaborate with seasoned professionals. This program is designed to provide students with hands-on exposure to various aspects of construction, helping them build a strong foundation for their future careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Support: Collaborate with project teams to assist in the planning, execution, and management of construction projects.
• Field Experience: Spend time on construction sites to observe and participate in construction activities, gaining practical knowledge.
• Documentation: Assist in project documentation, including reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Technical Learning: Acquire a deeper understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and field staff to ensure project goals are met.
• Problem Solving: Participate in troubleshooting and finding solutions to construction-related challenges.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant degree program or Technical School (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, etc.).
• Strong academic performance and a passion for the construction industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to a fast-paced construction environment.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
• Basic understanding of construction principles and practices is a plus but not mandatory.

Duration

Typically May - August

Compensation

Competitive compensation package. Potential for academic credit, depending on your institution's policies. Opportunity for future employment within the company based on performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We're a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.