Construction Management Intern - Summer 2027

Pepper Construction Group LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Professional growth

Supportive team

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Pepper Construction is looking for qualified, intelligent students with a passion for learning about the construction industry to experience life with a commercial general contractor. You will be paired with a Project Manager and/or Superintendent on one of our construction teams.

You will gain hands-on experience with submittals, take-offs, possibly preparing budgets and attending job site/owner meetings. Training sessions, site tours and safety are included in the program in the Indianapolis

Qualifications

• Current college student entering Sophomore, Junior or Senior year studying Construction Management or a similar discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn and apply new technology.
• Ability to work independently while still contributing and collaborating in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation to and from work-related activities and assignments.
• Ability and desire to work on an active construction site in central Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Work with a Project Manager and/or Superintendent on one of our construction teams.
• Assist with submittals, take-offs, and potentially preparing budgets.
• Attend job site and owner meetings.
• Participate in training sessions, jobsite tours and safety activities.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Reliable transportation

Active construction site work

Education

Construction Management

Job description

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands‑on approach of a local company.

WHY PEPPER?

At Pepper, we work hard, but we make sure to have a good time doing it. If you're ready to dive into an exciting role, apply today and be part of a team that values success, teamwork, and making a difference. We offer the following and more:

• Opportunities to network and grow professionally
• PTO and holidays - yes, even for interns!
• A supportive team environment that celebrates success
• Engaging and fun company-wide events
• Volunteer opportunities

• Meaningful work bringing a positive impact to communities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Pepper Construction is looking for qualified, intelligent students with a passion for learning about the construction industry to experience life with a commercial general contractor.

You will be paired with a Project Manager and/or Superintendent on one of our construction teams. You will work directly with many aspects of project management, including but not limited to, processing submittals, take-offs, potentially preparing budgets and attending job site/owner meetings. We intend to expose you to real‑life situations in the field and in the office. You will also be involved in training sessions, jobsite tours and safety. You will gain hands‑on experience with a reputable general contractor in the Indianapolis Area.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Current college student entering their Sophomore, Junior or Senior year studying Construction Management or a similar discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn and apply new technology
• Ability to work independently while still contributing and collaborating in a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail
• Reliable transportation to and from work-related activities and assignments
• Ability and desire to work on an active construction site in central Indiana

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.