Construction Project Management Intern - Summer 2027

wilsonconst; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship

Job summary

Wilson Construction Co. in Canby, OR is seeking a Summer 2027 Construction Project Management Intern to support the Operations Department.

Based at our Canby headquarters, you will split time between office planning and field project visits, assisting with coordination, documentation, and cross‑department collaboration. The role offers hands-on exposure to bid review, work‑plan development, and project reporting, with mentorship and a structured schedule to fit a student’s summer break,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in construction management, engineering, or a related major.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents and understand scope of work.
• Develop work plans with resource considerations.
• Prepare project reports and maintain logs.
• Attend meetings and conduct job site visits.
• Familiarize with safety requirements and guidelines.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing construction management or engineering

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Construction Project Management Intern

Location: Canby, OR (Office-Based / Travel Required)

About Us

Wilson Construction Company is a premier utility contractor specializing in complex electrical transmission and distribution line construction across the United States. Headquartered in Canby, Oregon, our team fosters a culture of safety, collaboration, and professional growth, offering students hands-on exposure to high-impact utility infrastructure projects.

Role Overview

Based out of our Canby, OR headquarters, the Summer 2027 Project Management Intern will provide support within the Operations Department, working closely with other departments including Environmental, Bids, Safety, and Accounting as required. You will be responsible for assisting with project coordination and documentation while splitting your time between office-based planning and field project visits.

Key Responsibilities

• Bid & Scope Review: Review bid documents to thoroughly understand the scope of work, specifications, and drawings on assigned projects, and assist in identifying subcontractor scopes of work.
• Work Plan Development: Assist in developing efficient plans that include support facilities, storage areas, access, and sufficient material and equipment resources.
• Project Reporting & Documentation: Prepare project reports, maintain files, and keep a daily log of work activities, meetings, and significant conversations or verbal directions.
• Meetings & Site Visits: Attend meetings and conduct job site visits as necessary.
• Safety & Compliance: Become familiar with safety requirements and workplace guidelines across all tasks.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience Level: Structured as a 40-hour work week over a predetermined duration to accommodate the candidate’s summer break.
• Education & Credentials: Currently pursuing a degree in construction management, engineering, or a related major.
• Technical & Software Skills: Experience in MS Office suite, with proficiency in Excel.
• Core Competencies: Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Location: Ability to travel to attend meetings or make project visits, which may include overnight stays.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Paid internship opportunity.
• Career Growth: Direct mentorship and hands-on professional experience within a national industry leader.

Wilson Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a smoke and drug-free environment (including marijuana); successful candidates will be required to pass post-offer and random drug tests.