Construction Operations Intern

Kids for the Future; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Garrett Companies in Indianapolis is seeking a Construction Operations Intern to gain hands-on experience with our Construction Operations team. This internship offers a behind-the-scenes look at how standards, processes, and systems are developed, maintained, and improved to ensure project success across our national footprint.

Based mainly in-office with travel to job sites, you will shadow a Project Manager, assist with subcontractor coordination and document control, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Construction Management or related major.
• Marketing, public speaking, and presentations experience is a plus.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with professionals.

Responsibilities

• Shadow a Project Manager to understand day-to-day responsibilities of construction execution.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination, material tracking, and document control.
• Support progress reporting and project documentation using Procore and Sage.
• Help enhance standards and processes through audits and observations.

Skills

Project shadowing

Team coordination

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Construction Management or related major

Job description

• Base Pay $21.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Contract

About Us:

The Garrett Companies is a full-service multifamily development, construction, and property management team with offices in Denver (CO), Indianapolis (IN), and Nashville (TN).

We develop, build, and manage multifamily projects in 22 states — working together at every level to become the most successful multifamily developers in the country. Our superior strategies and award-winning culture span across 18,000+ apartments to date, and our expert trend forecasting helps us deliver living options that quickly find success in their unique markets. To make living and investing in our properties even better, we pair that expertise with mixed-use, retail, office, and restaurant development through trusted partners and in-house brands.

At The Garrett Companies, we are passionate about turning visions into reality! As leaders in the multifamily industry, we pride ourselves in creating communities that positively impact the markets we are in, and our residents can proudly call home.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Construction Operations Intern, you’ll gain first-hand experience working alongside our Construction Operations team. This role provides a behind-the-scenes look at how construction standards, processes, and systems are developed, maintained, and improved to ensure project success across our national footprint. While the position is primarily based in-office, you’ll also gain exposure to project workflows, preconstruction strategy, and construction execution, offering a holistic view of how strong operations drive performance.

Major Objectives:

• Project Shadowing: Work closely with a Project Manager to understand the day-to-day responsibilities of overseeing the execution, communication, and teamwork it takes to complete a construction project.
• On-Site Experience: Visit construction sites and help track project progress – see how plans become reality and how challenges are managed. Traveling to your specific job site will be a part of your internship experience.
• Team Collaboration: Support construction team with subcontractor coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
• Documentation Duties: Help maintain project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and reports – stay organized and keep everything on track.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Help with insurance compliance, project setup with Procore, budget tracking
• Assist in gathering and organizing project documentation, including standards, checklists, and reporting templates.
• Assist with project setup within Procore, including team assignments, template implementation, and document tracking.
• Conduct analytical and reporting tasks to assist in process audits, project health reviews, and operational assessments.
• Learn and contribute within platforms such as Procore, Sage, and other construction-related software tools.

What We’re Looking For:

You are driven, actively demonstrating your willingness to learn from both from the internship program curriculum and from the team of professionals you will work alongside. You are:

• A Passionate Learner: Eager to learn about project management and construction – bring your enthusiasm and curiosity!
• A Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively with others – teamwork is essential in the construction industry.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills – accuracy matters in project management.
• Have a Proactive Attitude: Self-motivated and proactive – take initiative and contribute positively to the team.

Requirements

Educational Background:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Construction Management or Construction-related major.
• Experience with marketing, public speaking, and presentations is a plus.

Skills for Success:

• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Multitasking while remaining detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team of professionals.

Prerequisites (these are the most important items):

• Relentless problem-solving skills.
• Will never claim the work of others as their own.
• We are trend setters and standards breakers. Our intent is to consistently surprise our audiences by being excellent.
• Ability to anticipate.