Construction Operations Intern

NWU; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NWU in Charleston, SC, invites you to join as a summer intern in our project delivery team. You’ll support Project Engineers and Managers with RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project documentation while learning daily jobsite operations.

You’ll work alongside Superintendents, participate in meetings, track schedules, review drawings, and help document progress using field reports and Procore. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on exposure to construction technology.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college pursuing construction management or related field.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Exhibits effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a constructive, respectful approach.
• Shows good judgment and sound decision-making aligned with best practices.
• Committed to sustaining positive momentum in work and outcomes.
• Ability to stay calm and solution-focused under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Engineers and Project Managers with RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project documentation.
• Work alongside Superintendents to understand daily jobsite operations, sequencing, and coordination of trade partners.
• Participate in jobsite walks, project meetings, safety meetings, and planning sessions.
• Assist with tracking project schedules, upcoming activities, and construction progress.
• Review drawings and specifications to better understand project scope and construction details.
• Help document jobsite progress through photos, field reports, and other project management tools.
• Assist with quality control and punch list activities.
• Gain exposure to project safety procedures and help promote a safe, organized jobsite.
• Communicate and collaborate with trade partners.
• Learn and utilize construction technology and project management software, including Procore.
• Participate in companywide intern programming, department introductions, volunteer opportunities, and team events.
• Complete a final presentation highlighting your experience, contributions, and key takeaways from the summer.

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaborative mindset

Good judgment

Decision making

Calm under pressure

Goal orientation

Education

Currently enrolled in a construction management program

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support Project Engineers and Project Managers with RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project documentation
• Work alongside Superintendents to understand daily jobsite operations, sequencing, and coordination of trade partners
• Participate in jobsite walks, project meetings, safety meetings, and planning sessions
• Assist with tracking project schedules, upcoming activities, and construction progress
• Review drawings and specifications to better understand project scope and construction details
• Help document jobsite progress through photos, field reports, and other project management tools
• Assist with quality control and punch list activities
• Gain exposure to project safety procedures and help promote a safe, organized jobsite
• Communicate and collaborate with trade partners
• Learn and utilize construction technology and project management software, including Procore
• Participate in companywide intern programming, department introductions, volunteer opportunities, and team events
• Complete a final presentation highlighting your experience, contributions, and key takeaways from the summer

About You

The company is looking for:

• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in a related field or construction management program
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Effective and concise verbal and written communication abilities
• Collaborative mindset; no tolerance for "brilliant jerks"
• Good judgment and smart decision-making aligned with best practices
• Determination to achieve goals with a positive attitude
• Ability to remain calm and solution-focused under pressure
• Commitment to sustained positive momentum in work