Construction Superintendent Intern

Wolverine Construction; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Wolverine Construction in Grand Rapids is offering a paid Summer Internship Program designed to give students hands-on exposure to both the business and field sides of construction.

Based in Grand Rapids or Southeast Michigan, interns work on active jobsites alongside Superintendents and trade subcontractors, developing project management, field leadership, and safety skills while contributing to real projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in construction management or related field.
• Willingness to learn and participate in site activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily construction operations on active jobsites.
• Assist in coordinating subcontractor activities to ensure safety and schedule.
• Participate in site planning, logistics, material deliveries, and workforce planning.
• Help monitor progress and communicate updates on schedule and field conditions.
• Conduct regular jobsite walks to identify issues and support resolutions.
• Assist with safety initiatives and daily safety observations.
• Support project closeout activities including punch lists and inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Pursuing Construction Management or related field

Job description

We are excited that you are thinking about building your career at Wolverine Construction and joining us to positively impact people and communities.Wolverine Construction is recognized nationally as a leader in the construction industry. We specialize in industrial, multi-unit residential, healthcare, office, retail, and restaurant construction. We are proud to be recognized as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” in the nation.

Interning at Wolverine Construction

Get ready for a summer of learning, building, and making an impact. As a Wolverine Construction intern, you’ll work on real projects with experienced construction professionals, gaining exposure to both the business and field sides of the industry. Based in Grand Rapids or Southeast Michigan, you’ll spend time on active jobsites alongside Superintendents and trade subcontractors. It’s a hands‑on experience designed to help you develop practical skills, expand your network, and discover what it takes to deliver exceptional construction projects. We’ll provide all the PPE you need to safely experience the action in the field.

You Will Help Lead the Jobsite:

• Partner with Superintendents and Field Engineers to support daily construction operations on active jobsites.
• Assist in coordinating subcontractor activities to help ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to schedule.
• Participate in jobsite planning activities including site logistics, material deliveries, equipment coordination, and workforce planning.
• Help monitor construction progress and communicate updates regarding schedule, quality, and field conditions.
• Conduct regular jobsite walks to observe construction activities, identify potential issues, and support resolution efforts.
• Assist with site‑specific safety initiatives, daily safety observations, and enforcement of jobsite safety expectations.
• Support project closeout activities including punch list coordination, final inspections, and jobsite demobilization.

You Will Develop Field Leadership Skills:

• Learn how construction projects are built from the ground up by working alongside experienced superintendents and trade professionals.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and productive jobsite environment.
• Observe and participate in weekly planning meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and safety meetings.
• Help identify and address field challenges that affect productivity, quality, schedule, or safety.
• Review plans, specifications, and field conditions to understand how design intent translates into construction execution.
• Track and communicate project milestones, upcoming work activities, and potential constraints.
• Participate in quality control efforts to help ensure work complies with project requirements and company standards.

You’ll Communicate and Collaborate:

• Build relationships with Superintendents, Project Managers, Field Engineers, trade partners, architects, and owners.
• Assist with documenting daily construction activities through daily reports, jobsite photos, site observations, and project logs.
• Help maintain project documentation including inspections, meeting notes, schedules, permit documents, and safety records.
• Attend owner, architect, and subcontractor meetings to gain exposure to project communication and decision‑making processes.
• Promote Wolverine Construction’s Safety First culture by encouraging safe work practices and helping identify jobsite hazards.
• Develop the communication and leadership skills needed to effectively coordinate field personnel and trade partners.
• Gain an understanding of how successful field leadership contributes to project outcomes, client satisfaction, and team success.

Build Your Future Here:

The Wolverine Construction Summer Internship Program is a paid, 12-week opportunity that provides a 100% real-world experience for students early in their career.Throughout the summer you will apply academic learning to real-world situations and cultivate project management, field leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.And with service-learning opportunities,intern social events, and professional development lunch‑and‑learns, you’ll build a foundation for working in theConstruction Managementfield in the future.