Construction Operations Intern

Shine BrightX LLC; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid 12-week internship

Job summary

Shine BrightX LLC in Salem, OR offers a 12-week paid summer internship for students pursuing construction management or related fields. You will support Project Engineers and Project Managers with RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project documentation while learning daily jobsite operations and sequencing.

You’ll join Superintendents on jobsite walks, safety meetings, and planning sessions, assist with scheduling, review drawings, document progress with photos and field reports, and help with

Qualifications

• The candidate must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities are required.
• Effective verbal and written communication is essential.
• Collaborative mindset and professional conduct are expected.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Engineers/PMs with RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project docs.
• Work with Superintendents to understand jobsite operations and sequencing.
• Participate in jobsite walks, meetings, and safety sessions.
• Assist in tracking schedules, activities, and construction progress.
• Review drawings/specs to understand scope and details.
• Document jobsite progress with photos, field reports, and PM tools.
• Assist with quality control and punch lists.
• Learn safety procedures and promote a safe jobsite.
• Communicate with trade partners and teammates.
• Learn construction tech and PM software, including Procore.
• Participate in intern programming and team events.
• Deliver a final presentation on experiences and key takeaways.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaborative mindset

Judgment

Determination

Under pressure

Positive momentum

Education

College student pursuing construction management

Tools

Procore

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 skills
• Collaborative mindset; no "brilliant jerks"
• Good judgment and smart decision-making combined with best practices
• Determination and a positive approach to challenges
• Ability to remain calm and find solutions under pressure
• Commitment to sustained, positive forward momentum

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid 12-week summer internship program