Construction Operations Intern

Morgan Corp.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan Corp. is seeking Construction Operations Interns for Summer 2027 in Charlotte, NC. The role targets students in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and offers exposure to core industry activities under mentorship.

Ideal candidates communicate professionally, show initiative, and are eager to learn. The internship includes fieldwork, safety training, and 1:1 mentorship across NC, SC, and GA, with opportunities to participate fully in project operations.

Qualifications

• Majoring in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Interest in heavy civil construction industry
• Summer internship program for 2027
• Open to learning and hands-on experience
• Evidence of professional conduct and responsibility

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Project Engineers with daily tasks
• Track time and quantities for project accounting
• Prepare and track submittals
• Assist in documenting and coordinating purchases
• Update schedules and provide document control
• Support field teams on construction of infrastructure projects
• Gain exposure to heavy equipment and survey technology
• Take-off and estimating exposure
• Follow safety policies and procedures

Skills

Professional communication

Initiative & accountability

Curiosity & learning

Full participation

Social contract adherence

Job description

Construction Operations Intern

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Internship

Location: Charlotte, NC

Description

Morgan Corp. is seeking candidates for construction operations internships for the summer of 2027. This opportunity is for students majoring in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or those interested in the heavy civil construction industry. The intern will gain exposure to the core activities of the industry.

Ideal intern candidates:

• Communicate professionally and responsively
• Demonstrate initiative and accountability
• Ask questions and seek opportunities to learn
• Participate fully
• Uphold the Morgan Corp. Social Contract

Work-based experience highlights:

• Construction operations fieldwork based in NC, SC & GA
• Professional Development
• Safety and Technical Training
• 1:1 Mentorship

Work Environment:

Work is performed outside in all types of environmental conditions. This position performs strenuous physical activity for long periods under varying and adverse field conditions. This position must be able to lift, carry, stand, walk on uneven surfaces, manually manipulate, grasp, reach out above the shoulder, climb, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull.

Responsibilities

Essential job functions will be to assist the Project Managers and Project Engineers with daily tasks. Some of the roles and responsibilities would include, but are not limited to:

• Support management and field teams in the construction of various infrastructure projects.
• Track time and quantities for project accounting.
• Prepare and track submittals.
• Assist the Project Manager with documentation and coordination of all purchases.
• Assist in updating schedules.
• Provide document control by tracking plans and specifications.
• Assist with filed time reports
• Gain experience with heavy equipment and survey technology
• Take-off and estimating exposure
• Follow company and work site safety policies/procedures

Important Dates

February 1, 2027 – Priority Application Deadline*

Spring 2027 – Final Offers Sent

May 24 – July 30, 2027 – Internship Experience

* Applications are reviewed in order of submission; early application is encouraged