Construction Intern: Field & Office Experience

CSI Construction Company; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

CSI Construction is seeking a motivated Construction Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting Arizona project teams in both the field and office. The role covers construction operations, estimating, scheduling, safety, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and project documentation.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a related degree and eager to learn from experienced professionals, with opportunities to advance into project management and engineering paths.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related field.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and construction-site environments.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and project partners.
• Reliable transportation to assigned project locations, as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with daily construction activities.
• Participate in jobsite walks and document project progress.
• Observe construction activities and develop an understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and best practices.
• Assist with quality-control inspections and documentation.
• Help monitor jobsite conditions, materials, deliveries, and subcontractor activities.
• Assist with maintaining organized project documentation.
• Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and training.
• Support CSI Construction's commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant jobsite.
• Assist with punch-list activities and project closeout as needed.
• Assist Project Managers with project documentation and administrative responsibilities.
• Review construction plans, specifications, drawings, and project documents.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and other project correspondence.
• Assist with project schedules and tracking project milestones.
• Participate in project meetings with subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, and internal team members.
• Learn how project budgets, costs, schedules, and performance are monitored.
• Assist with tracking materials, equipment, and subcontractor commitments.
• Gain exposure to Arizona construction requirements, project documentation, and contract administration.
• Assist the estimating team with quantity takeoffs and scope reviews.
• Review construction drawings and specifications.
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor solicitation.
• Learn the fundamentals of construction estimating and bid preparation.
• Gain exposure to project budgeting, pricing, and value engineering.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings and bid reviews when appropriate.
• Gain exposure to the unique requirements associated with Arizona construction projects.
• Walk active construction sites and observe safety practices.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering

Architecture

Building Science

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

CSI Construction is seeking a motivated Construction Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting Arizona project teams in both the field and office. The role covers construction operations, estimating, scheduling, safety, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and project documentation.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a related degree and eager to learn from experienced professionals, with opportunities to advance into project management and engineering paths.