Construction Intern Summer 2026

K-Five Construction Corporation; California (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking students for a Civil Engineering or Construction Management internship. Interns will gain exposure to various departments, including estimating and project management, while taking on responsibilities similar to entry-level roles. This internship offers a combination of office and fieldwork, providing a comprehensive introduction to the road construction business. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. The role also involves working outdoors in diverse weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited program.
• Willingness to work on multiple projects at once.
• Strong attention to detail to recognize discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Familiarize with plans and specifications of projects.
• Calculate take-offs from plans.
• Create proposals and contribute to pre-construction planning.

Skills

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Enrolled in Civil Engineering or Construction Management program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

• 4th Generation Family Owned and Operated
• One of the Largest Asphalt and Concrete paving companies in the Midwest
• Established reputation of high-quality materials and craftmanship
• Collaborative Work Environment
• Safety centered work culture

K-Five Construction has an enduring commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability, ensuring that the infrastructure we build not only meets, but exceeds the needs of generations to come. Join the team that will shape the roadways and communities of tomorrow. At K-Five Construction, there are opportunities for growth, a supportive work environment, and the chance to tackle some of the most challenging and rewarding projects in the field. With the best talent, equipment, and technology in the industry, K-Five is a world-class place to grow your career and see the impact of your work in Chicagoland and beyond.

The construction management internship positions provide students with an introduction to the road construction business. Students will work in several different departments throughout the course of the internship including estimating, project management, field supervision, survey, quality control and trucking. Students will support each department by performing takeoffs, completing paperwork and touring different jobsites to become familiar with construction operations. As an intern you will be given the responsibilities of a full-time entry level position. We carefully match students to positions related to their academic and career goals.

Duties and responsibilities

• Gain familiarity with plans, specifications and scope of each project managed .
• Calculate take off from plans.
• Create proposals.
• Contribute in pre-construction planning.
• Perform project site visits.
• Work with Quality control and Survey departments.
• Assemble and process project documents.
• Place material orders and other daily communications.

Qualifications

• Students must be enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or Construction Management program
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
• Must be a self-starter, willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong leadership skills; ability to develop and motivate a project team.
• Highly organized: can handle multiple projects concurrently; demonstrates proficiency in planning needs assessment and communication of both.
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Working conditions

The working conditions for this job entail a combination of working in an office setting and working in the field. Offsite jobsite visits include working outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat. May require evening and weekend work on a regular basis.

Physical requirements

Incumbent is required to sit and stand for extended periods of time, as well as operate a motor vehicle. Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.