Construction Management Intern

Bilfinger North America; Inwood (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger North America is offering a 12-week Construction Management Internship across multiple sites in North America. It targets juniors or seniors in CM, Engineering, Business, or related fields with a 3.0 GPA.

The role emphasizes site-based learning, onboarding, safety training, and mentorship with real project exposure. Interns will shadow CMs/PMs, participate in field activities, and contribute to a defined project or process improvement under mentor guidance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Travel readiness for site assignments.

Responsibilities

• Complete HR onboarding and site safety orientation.
• Understand Bilfinger’s safety culture and QA standards.
• Learn project lifecycle, documentation, and core CM duties.
• Shadow CMs, PMs, and site leaders to observe operations.
• Participate in a defined site-based project or process improvement task.
• Complete online safety and CM training.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Travel readiness

Education

Pursuing degree in CM/Engineering/Business/Industrial Tech

Job description

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider with a vision to be the No. 1 for its customers in enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the process industry. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants. The company operates in three geography-based segments: Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With about 31,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of €5.4 billion in the financial year 2025. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: Operational Excellence to continuously improve its own efficiency and performance, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer orientation and establish Bilfinger as the partner of choice.

Construction Management Intern

Location: Various Bilfinger North America Sites

Duration: 12-week summer internship

Eligibility: Junior or senior college students pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or a related field

GPA Requirement: Minimum GPA of 3.0

Visa Sponsorship: No U.S. visa sponsorship available

Travel Requirement: Must be mobile and available for travel as needed

Overview

Bilfinger North America is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Construction Management Interns to join our team. This internship provides a structured, site-based learning experience, allowing interns to immerse themselves in the project and construction management environment. Participants will engage in a blend of onboarding, field exposure, practical project support, mentor coaching, and self-paced learning.

Key Responsibilities

Onboarding & Site Orientation: Complete HR onboarding and site safety orientation, including introductions to the project team and an overview of expectations.

Safety & Quality Assurance: Understand and adhere to Bilfinger’s safety culture and project-specific quality standards.

Construction Management Fundamentals: Learn about the project lifecycle, documentation processes, and core responsibilities in construction management.

Field Exposure: Shadow CMs, PMs, and site leaders to observe daily operations, planning discussions, and project meetings.

Applied Project Work: Participate in a defined site-based project or process improvement task, contributing to real project needs under mentor guidance.

Self-paced Learning: Complete online training covering safety awareness, construction management basics, and professional development.

Mentoring and Feedback: Attend regular check-ins with supervisors and mentors to receive feedback and guidance throughout the internship.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand Bilfinger’s safety culture and operational procedures.
• Be able to articulate how safety, quality, cost, and customer expectations are interconnected in project management.
• Gain practical experience in construction management responsibilities and real-time project execution.
• Develop a capstone project that reflects their learning and contributions during the internship.

Qualifications

Education: Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or a related field.

GPA: Minimum of 3.0.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Travel: Must be mobile and ready to travel as required for site assignments.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript demonstrating GPA. This internship offers an opportunity to gain invaluable experience in construction management while contributing to significant projects at Bilfinger North America.

If you have any questions please contact Jason Alan Jaure ([e-mail]).

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.