Construction Project Intern: Field & Office Exposure

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is seeking undergraduates for a hands-on internship in the construction field. You will assist project teams through all phases from bidding to final completion, with assignments on both office and job sites.

The program spans 10–12 weeks, requiring about 40 hours per week and potential housing in certain situations. Responsibilities include learning engineering and technical aspects, quantity take-off, layout, surveys, and document reviews.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology.
• Willing to assist in field and office work.
• Availability for a 10–12 week internship and 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in managing construction projects from bidding to completion.
• Support with quantity take-off, layout, and preconstruction surveys.
• Review shop drawings and submittals; maintain project logs.
• Coordinate RFIs, subcontracts, and delivery of materials.
• Attend weekly progress meetings and support coordination among owner, architect, and subcontractors.
• Assist with bid process, cost estimates, and project management tasks.
• Contribute to project closeout, punchlists, and document revisions.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

BS in engineering/ Construction management

Tools

Primavera

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is seeking undergraduates for a hands-on internship in the construction field. You will assist project teams through all phases from bidding to final completion, with assignments on both office and job sites.

The program spans 10–12 weeks, requiring about 40 hours per week and potential housing in certain situations. Responsibilities include learning engineering and technical aspects, quantity take-off, layout, surveys, and document reviews.