Construction Management Intern - Summer 2027

CAGE Engineering; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-spot training

Mentor support

Optional office hours

Hands-on project experience

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

CAGE Engineering in Lisle, IL is seeking a Construction Management Intern to support our Development Services & Construction Management team on real client projects from day one. You will develop onsite coordination and site oversight skills while building professional networks and organizational abilities under daily mentorship.

You are pursuing a BS in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and will gain hands-on experience in pre-construction meetings, scheduling, budgeting, drawing

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field from an accredited university
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook; exposure to scheduling programs a plus
• Focused, motivated, and results oriented
• Strong desire to learn and advance technical skills
• Comfortable working outdoors and on active job sites
• Ability to learn quickly and accept constructive criticism
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in your state of residence

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and preparing for pre-construction meetings
• Support coordination between engineers and consultants to align with project schedules and progress
• Assist with estimating, scheduling, drawing review, and budget tracking
• Help with scheduling and coordinating contractors
• Assist in reviewing development agreements
• Support project site supervision and site visits
• Help review pay applications
• Assist with the project closeout process
• Learn and follow the safety program on all project phases
• Daily on-the-spot training to build technical and professional skills
• Meet regularly with your assigned mentor throughout the summer
• Attend optional office hours to meet with CAGE leaders

Skills

Team-oriented

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing BS in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Scheduling software

Job description

Description

CAGE Engineering is a respected leader in civil engineering, land surveying, and construction management, known for delivering practical, high-quality solutions tailored to each client's needs. Our land development work spans residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects. Our team is committed to excellence and integrity, and we offer a collaborative, supportive environment where team members can grow. Join us and become part of a company that values expertise, invests in its people, and drives projects that shape communities for the better.

Position Overview

As a Construction Management Intern with CAGE, you will join our Development Services & Construction Management team working on real client projects from day one. You will develop technical skills in construction coordination and site oversight, and build professional skills like networking and organization, through on-the-spot training every day. You will also have a mentor who checks in with you regularly throughout the summer, along with optional office hours each week to meet one-on-one with CAGE leaders, ask questions, and get to know the people leading the company. Success in this role looks like steady growth in your technical skills, real contributions to your project team, and a strong sense of what a career at CAGE could look like.

Typically Reports To:

Construction Manager

Typical Years of Experience:

In current pursuit of a BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field; no prior professional experience required

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and preparing for pre-construction meetings
• Support coordination between engineers and consultants to help integrate their work with project schedules and progress
• Assist with estimating, scheduling, drawing review, and budget tracking for projects
• Help with scheduling and coordinating contractors
• Assist in reviewing development agreements
• Support project site supervision and site visits
• Help review pay applications
• Assist with the project closeout process
• Learn and follow the company's safety program in all phases and areas of the project
• Take part in on-the-spot training every day, building technical and professional skills as you go
• Meet regularly with your assigned mentor throughout the summer
• Attend optional office hours each week to meet one-on-one with CAGE leaders

Necessary Qualifications

• In current pursuit of a BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook; exposure to project scheduling programs a plus
• Focused, motivated, and results oriented
• Strong desire to learn and advance one's technical skills
• Comfortable working outdoors and on active job sites
• Ability to learn quickly and accept constructive criticism
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence

Why CAGE?

At CAGE, we excel as problem solvers, prioritize cost-conscious design, and deliver real value to our clients. We build strong relationships founded on trust and follow-through, and we look for people who share our enthusiasm and work ethic. Our interns get more than a summer job. You will get on-the-spot training every day, led by our own construction managers and engineers, a mentor who checks in with you regularly throughout the summer, and optional office hours each week to sit down one-on-one with CAGE leaders, all while working on real projects that matter to our clients. We also believe work should be enjoyable, not just productive, so you will find a team that likes to have fun together along the way, from happy hours to summer intern events. If that sounds like you, we would love to meet you.

What We Offer

Professional Growth

• On-the-spot training every day, covering construction coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and site oversight
• A mentor who checks in with you regularly throughout the summer
• Optional office hours each week to meet one-on-one with CAGE leaders
• Hands-on experience working on real projects and on active job sites
• Full-time advancement opportunities with clear career paths

Culture and Community

• Book club, happy hours, and social events
• Volunteer opportunities
• Inclusive, collaborative environment
• Chances to connect with teams across our national offices through lunch and learns and collaborative events

Rewarding Compensation

• Compensation: Starting at $25/hr
• The compensation provided is a general guideline. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and overall alignment with the role and company needs.

CAGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from the CAGE team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. CAGE is not responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes or for candidates sent directly to hiring managers.

Location:

Lisle,IL

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

EOE Statement

CAGE is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.