Construction Summer Intern (College)

Archsb

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 27,552

Full time

14 days+

Get more replies from employers

Send a job-specific resume in minutes.

Job summary

A general contractor in New York City is seeking a Construction Summer Intern to assist with project management and daily operations on active renovation or new construction projects. The intern will gain hands-on experience in construction while learning from experienced project managers and superintendents. Candidates should be enrolled in a Bachelor’s program related to construction management, engineering, or architecture and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Strong interest in construction project management or field operations.
  • Willingness to learn and take direction.
  • Ability to work in an active construction environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Superintendents in managing day‑to‑day field operations on active construction sites.
  • Observe and support trade coordination and construction sequencing.
  • Attend project meetings, coordination meetings, and inspections as required.

Skills

Organizational skills
Communication skills
Teamwork
Time-management skills
Proactive mindset
Attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
Completed at least one year of coursework

Tools

Procore
Bluebeam
MS Excel

Job description

Location: New York City
Company Type: General Contractor / Construction Manager
Duration: Summer Internship (12-15 weeks)
Reports To: Project Manager / Superintendent

Job Description

The Construction Summer Intern supports the project team on an active renovation or new construction project in New York City. This role provides hands‑on exposure to day‑to‑day construction operations, project management, and field coordination while working alongside experienced project managers and superintendents. The internship is designed for college students pursuing professions in construction management field.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist Superintendents in managing day‑to‑day field operations on active construction sites
  • Observe and support trade coordination and construction sequencing
  • Attend project meetings, coordination meetings, and inspections as required
  • Support preparation of meeting agendas and meeting minutes
  • Assist in maintaining daily logs, site reports, photos, and progress documentation
  • Assist with RFIs, submittals, and document control
  • Assist with inspections, punch lists, and quality documentation
  • Support construction work and coordination in occupied or partially occupied building environments

Learning Experience

  • Observe construction progress and quality control procedures
  • Learn NYC site safety requirements and best practices
  • Gain exposure to NYC DOB processes, inspections, and permits
  • Learn about constraints in existing buildings and urban sites

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
  • Completed at least one year of coursework
  • Basic knowledge of construction drawings and specifications
  • Strong interest in construction project management or field operations
  • Willingness to learn and take direction
  • Strong organizational and time‑management skills
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Collaborative, proactive, and solution‑oriented mindset with attention to detail
  • Ability to work in an active construction environment

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

  • Prior construction, internship, or trade experience
  • Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, or MS Excel
  • 40‑Hour Site Safety Training (SST) Card

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Full‑time, on‑site position at an active NYC renovation or new construction project
  • Ability to walk the site, climb, lift, and stand for extended periods
  • May involve early mornings or extended hours depending on project needs
please attach your resume below

Attach document
The file not more 10MB PDF, DOC, DOCX

Get your free, confidential resume review.
or drag and drop your file here.
Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Project Management Intern (Construction)
Project Management Intern (Construction)

Chapter • New York (NY)

On-site
Stipend for internship
MetroCard
Training program included
Hands-on NYC Construction Intern
Hands-on NYC Construction Intern

Archsb • New York (NY)

On-site
Assistant Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent

Archsb • New York (NY)

On-site
USD 50,000 - 70,000
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
+2
Summer Internship - Project Operations
Summer Internship - Project Operations

mcis (marshfield clinic information services) • Cedar Rapids (IA)

Hybrid
USD 20,664 - 30,307
Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) - NYC
Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) - NYC

Turner Construction Company • New York (NY)

On-site
USD 22,000 - 27,000
2027 Summer Intern (Buffalo)
2027 Summer Intern (Buffalo)

Turner Construction Company • Buffalo (AL)

On-site
USD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager

Archsb • New York (NY)

On-site
USD 50,000 - 70,000
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
+2
On-Site Construction Management Intern (Summer)
On-Site Construction Management Intern (Summer)

Turner Construction Company • City of Syracuse (NY)

On-site
USD 28,000 - 34,000
Construction Intern
Construction Intern

Moalej Builders • Irvine (CA)

On-site
USD 25,000 - 33,000
Mileage reimbursement
Phone stipend
Health insurance
+4
Construction Intern
Construction Intern

Whiting-Turner Contracting Company • Nevada (IA)

On-site
USD 9,643,000 - 12,398,000
Housing may be provided