Construction Project Management Intern

Harmon; Bolingbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Training and career progression

Job summary

Harmon, Inc. offers a summer Construction Project Management Internship across the United States. You will assist with a range of project activities under experienced PMs, gaining exposure from planning through completion on active construction sites.

Ideal candidates are pursuing related degrees, with strong organizational and communication skills, and a readiness to work full-time during the summer. Benefits include competitive offerings and mentorship opportunities across multiple projects

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in construction-related field.
• Junior or Senior standing preferred; GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Available to work full-time during the summer internship period.

Responsibilities

• Maintain subcontractor files, job folders, and project documentation.
• Support project schedule updates and track milestones.
• Develop and manage project correspondence with subcontractors, suppliers, design firms, and owner representatives.
• Review project documents including shop drawings, transmittals, bulletins, addenda, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Monitor construction schedules and assist with critical path schedule updates based on progress.
• Assist with processing progress payments, change orders, and extra work orders.
• Assist with development and tracking of project punch lists.
• Participate in project team meetings and record notes/actions.
• Maintain project logs and organize paperwork.
• Assist with inspections and reviewing drawings and blueprints.

Skills

Organization & planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service mindset

Problem-solving

Construction docs familiarity

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing Construction Management degree

Junior or Senior standing

GPA 3.0+ preferred

Full-time summer availability

Job description

Harmon, Inc.

Multiple Locations Across the United States | Summer Internship Program

About Harmon

Harmon is seeking motivated and driven interns to join our team for the summer. As a Construction Project Management Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting active construction projects while working alongside experienced project managers, field leaders, and industry professionals. This internship provides an opportunity to learn the construction process from project planning through completion while contributing to meaningful project work.

What You'll Do

As a Construction Project Management Intern, you may assist with a variety of project‑related activities, including:

• Maintaining subcontractor files, job folders, and project documentation.
• Supporting project schedule updates and tracking project milestones.
• Developing and managing project correspondence with subcontractors, suppliers, design firms, and owner representatives.
• Reviewing project documents, including shop drawings, transmittals, bulletins, addenda, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Monitoring construction schedules and assisting with critical path schedule updates based on actual project progress.
• Supporting the processing of progress payments, change orders, and extra work orders.
• Assisting with development and tracking of project punch lists.
• Participating in project team meetings, progress meetings, and scheduling meetings.
• Recording and following up on meeting notes and action items.
• Maintaining project logs and organizing project paperwork.
• Assisting with construction inspections and reviewing construction drawings and blueprints.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Interest in construction project management and the construction industry.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer service mindset and professional attitude.
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Familiarity with construction documents, blueprints, specifications, and contracts.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced project environment.
• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Junior or Senior standing preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Ability to work full‑time during the summer internship period.

What You'll Gain

• Hands‑on experience working on real construction projects.
• Exposure to project management processes and industry best practices.
• Mentorship and networking opportunities with construction professionals.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional project teams.
• Professional development opportunities to help prepare you for a successful career in construction.

Join Harmon this summer and gain valuable experience while helping to deliver on innovative construction projects across the country.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

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