Construction Operations Intern

Monteith; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Monteith Construction is offering a 12-week summer internship in Charleston for students pursuing a construction management-related degree. Interns will work with Project Engineers and Managers, gaining exposure to RFIs, submittals, drawings, schedules, and site safety.

Participants will join jobsite walks, meetings, and team events, and will document progress using field reports and photos. The program emphasizes collaboration, learning, and practical experience on commercial projects.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Seeking a degree in construction management or related field
• Strong problem-solving and written/verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project documentation
• Shadow Project Engineers/Managers and learn daily site operations
• Participate in jobsite walks, meetings, safety briefings, and planning sessions
• Help track project schedules and construction progress
• Review drawings and specs to understand scope and details
• Document jobsite progress with photos and field reports
• Support quality control and punch-list activities
• Learn construction technology and project management software, including Procore

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

College enrollment in related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

About Monteith Construction

As a commercial construction company in the Carolinas, our Purpose is to build exceptional buildings in a way that thrills our partners. We fully believe we cannot deliver exceptional projects without exceptional people. Whether building schools, hospitals, health centers, offices, or airports, we know that what we build in our community matters.

Monteith Intern Program

Our 2027 summer internship program will provide a realistic view of what it is like to work on a commercial construction project at Monteith Construction. Interns will gain exposure to many kinds of projects with myriad contract amounts and will work with industry leaders across our organization. The paid program will last 12 weeks next summer.

What You'll Do At Monteith

Spend your summer with us at Monteith Construction in Charleston! Some of the things you will be involved with, but not limited to, are:

• 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

Experience You Should Have

• Must currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university and seeking a degree in a related field/construction management program
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing

Required to Thrill at Monteith

• No Brilliant Jerks. At Monteith, we want collaborators and teammates.
• We Trust Your Good Judgment. Smart decision making combined with best practices.
• It Can Be Done. Where possibility meets determination.
• Panic Slowly. There is a solution to every problem.
• Momentum Our sustained, positive forward movement.

Diverse companies are better companies.

Monteith Construction understands that equity, inclusion, and diversity drive innovation. We want to make sure that anyone from any place feels that they can do their best work at our company. All forms of diversity are valued and valuable at Monteith Construction.