Construction Operations Intern

UEC; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid 12-week summer internship program

Job summary

UEC in Salem, Oregon is offering a paid 12-week summer internship for students pursuing construction management or related fields. You will gain hands-on experience supporting project teams on real-world jobsites.

During the program you will attend safety meetings, learn Procore, review drawings, assist with submittals and schedules, and present a final project highlighting lessons learned while collaborating with trade partners to promote safe, organized progress.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Education

Construction management

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