Construction Operations Intern

Monteith; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

12-week program

Job summary

Monteith Construction in Wilmington, NC is hosting a paid summer internship that lasts 12 weeks. Interns will gain exposure to commercial construction projects, working with project engineers, managers, and superintendents on documentation, scheduling, and site operations.

You will participate in safety meetings, site walks, and team events while building hands-on experience with construction technology and Procore.

Qualifications

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

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 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 promote a safe, organized jobsite.
• Communicate and collaborate with trade partners.
• Learn and utilize construction technology and project management software, including Procore.
• Participate in intern programming, department introductions, volunteer opportunities, and team events.
• Complete a final presentation highlighting your experience, contributions, and key takeaways from the summer.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Construction management program enrollment

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 Wilmington! 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.