Construction Development Intern: Budgets & Schedules

NWU; York (York County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NWU is seeking an Engineering/Construction Management intern to support the development team in budgeting, scheduling, and executive-ready status updates. You will assist with scopes of work, procurement, submittals, and cost estimates for design, construction, and commissioning services.

The role emphasizes strong data analysis, communication skills, and collaboration with procurement and site stakeholders. You must be enrolled full-time at a partner institution and be a US citizen.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or MS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Citizen of the United States.
• Enrolled full-time at a partner institution or affiliated school.
• Previous internship or co-op in construction or related field preferred.
• Active involvement in community activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Development team with day-to-day activities and responsibilities.
• Maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for assigned project(s).
• Provide monthly updates on development program and project status suitable for executive reviews.
• Support entitlement and permitting needs for assigned site projects.
• Assist with scopes of work for design, construction, commissioning services, and participate in procurement and project cost estimates.
• Collaborate with strategic procurement team on equipment procurement and delivery process.
• Coordinate appropriate submittals with site stakeholders.
• Monitor project budget and cost-to-date against overall project budget.
• Review project schedules, change orders, submittals, and pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services.
• Participate in due diligence efforts by supporting real estate activities on potential or new land banks and properties.
• Work with internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocols.

Skills

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Verbal & written communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

NWU is seeking an Engineering/Construction Management intern to support the development team in budgeting, scheduling, and executive-ready status updates. You will assist with scopes of work, procurement, submittals, and cost estimates for design, construction, and commissioning services.

The role emphasizes strong data analysis, communication skills, and collaboration with procurement and site stakeholders. You must be enrolled full-time at a partner institution and be a US citizen.