Construction Management Intern

Bilfinger North America; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site internship

Job summary

Bilfinger North America is seeking motivated Construction Management Interns for a 12-week summer program across various sites. You will gain hands-on experience in project delivery, safety and field operations while supporting a project team. Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related fields with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

No U.S. visa sponsorship available; travel as needed. Mentors will guide onboarding, field exposure, and a capstone project.

Qualifications

• GPA minimum 3.0.
• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Onboarding and site safety orientation with project team.
• Understand Bilfinger’s safety culture and quality standards.
• Learn project lifecycle and core construction management responsibilities.
• Shadow CMs, PMs, and site leaders to observe daily operations.
• Participate in a defined site-based project or process improvement task.
• Complete online training on safety awareness and construction management basics.
• Attend mentoring check-ins and receive guidance throughout the internship.
• Develop a capstone project reflecting learning and contributions.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Reliability

Professionalism

Learning

Education

Construction Management

Engineering

Business

Industrial Technology

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

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.

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.