Construction Management Intern at Citadel Development LLC

Wayne State University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from industry professionals

Exposure to real-world construction project management

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is offering a paid internship for a Construction Management Intern in Washington, DC. This role involves hands‑on exposure to project coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and field operations. Interns will work closely with project managers and subcontractors to gain practical experience. Responsibilities include assisting with documentation, schedule tracking, and budget control. Candidates should be enrolled in a Construction Management or Civil Engineering program, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a strong interest in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate program in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in the construction industry.
• Basic understanding of construction documents and project scheduling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Computer savvy & familiar with construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with project documentation and coordination.
• Support schedule tracking and updates.
• Help monitor construction progress and field reports.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, and change order tracking.
• Participate in site visits and progress meetings.
• Support budget tracking and cost control.
• Maintain organized project records and reports.
• Assist with communication between project teams and subcontractors.
• Assist in data migration to new project management software.

Skills

Interest in construction industry

Understanding of construction documents

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Familiarity with construction management software

Education

Currently enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate program in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Construction Management Intern

Employment Type: Paid Internship

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Construction Management Intern to support our project management team on active construction projects. This internship offers hands‑on exposure to project coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and field operations.

The intern will work closely with project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to gain practical experience in construction project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with project documentation and coordination
• Support schedule tracking and updates
• Help monitor construction progress and field reports
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, and change order tracking
• Participate in site visits and progress meetings
• Support budget tracking and cost control
• Maintain organized project records and reports
• Assist with communication between project teams and subcontractors
• Assist in data migration to new project management software

Qualifications & Skills

• Currently enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate program in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest in the construction industry
• Basic understanding of construction documents and project scheduling
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Computer Savvy & familiar with construction management software

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a leading firm in the AEC industry.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Exposure to real world construction project management
• Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
• Experience with industry tools and work flows
• Insight into scheduling, budgeting and project coordination

Citadel DBD is a growing government and commercial Design‑Build firm located in Washington DC with a focus on construction and assisting our clients in their projects from inception to occupancy.

If you meet the qualifications and thrive in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented role, we encourage you to apply!