Construction Management Intern - Boston, MA

NWU; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Auto allowances and gas cards for some

Medical, emotional, and mental health—

Job summary

NWU is seeking an intern in Boston to support project management and field operations. The role involves understanding daily project finances, coordinating materials and documents, and assisting on safety procedures and site inspections. You will participate in internship events and networking opportunities while developing strong communication and organizational skills. This paid internship offers exposure to construction management practices and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's program.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence others.
• Organized and detail-oriented with good multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Understand day-to-day business and financial management on projects.
• Support the project team with coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
• Field Operations: Assist field supervision with safety procedures, project and trade partner coordination, verification of field conditions, and quality control.
• Participation in Summer Speaker series, internship events, jobsite tours, and networking opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Business

Liberal Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Project Management
  • Understand day-to-day business and financial management on projects.
  • Support the project team with coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
• Field Operations
  • Assist field supervision with safety procedures, project and trade partner coordination, verification of field conditions, and quality control.
  • Participate in the Summer Speaker series, internship events, jobsite tours, and networking opportunities.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's program.
• Degrees considered include Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business, and Liberal Arts.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to communicate and influence supervisors, peers, and external partners.
• Genuine interest in the construction industry.
• Success managing multiple competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resourcefulness with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to prioritize and multitask.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles.
• Access to market-leading medical, emotional, and mental health benefits.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources.
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.
• Tax-deferred savings accounts.
• 10 backup daycare days each year.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Commuter benefits.