Construction Co-op: Rotational Path to Leadership

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

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,