Construction Superintendent Intern: Field Leader in Training

Arco1; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Housing stipend

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Company-sponsored lunches, happy hours

Fully stocked kitchens

A fun, inclusive work environment

Annual Intern Summit

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build in Charleston, SC seeks a Superintendent Intern/Co-op to gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of construction projects. You will work alongside experienced field leaders on site mobilization, coordination, and plan/drawing reviews, learning safety practices and quality control firsthand.

You will participate in daily safety meetings, assist with subcontractor coordination, and document progress while developing professional skills in a fast-paced design/build

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergrad/grad program.
• Driver's License required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Previous Co-op or intern experience in construction preferred but not required.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working with experienced field leaders.
• Assist with field operations from site mobilization through project completion.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and promote a strong safety culture.
• Assist with scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and progress tracking.
• Support quality inspections to ensure work meets plans and ARCO standards.
• Document daily job site activities and prepare reports.
• Attend meetings to observe communication and problem-solving among teams.

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Hands-on problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Construction management program

Job description

Charleston, SC, US

ABOUT YOU

Are you someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems in real time, and seeing projects come to life in the field? Do you take pride in doing the right thing, leading by example, and delivering quality work safely? Are you eager to learn how construction projects are built from the ground up while working alongside experienced field leaders?

If you answered "Yes!" — this opportunity was built for you.

At ARCO Design/Build, we're not just building structures — we're building the next generation of industry leaders. Join us and discover what it means to be part of one of the nation's top design/build construction firms.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As aSuperintendentIntern/Co-op, every day brings a new lesson. You’ll gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your growth.

Here's what you can expect:

• Field Operations – Gain exposure to how ARCO manages daily job site activities from site mobilization through project completion.
• Safety Leadership – Participate in daily safety meetings, job site inspections, and learn how to promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Scheduling & Coordination – Assist with coordinating subcontractor activities and monitoring progress to help keep projects on schedule.
• Quality Control – Observe and support quality inspections to ensure work is completed according to project plans, specifications, and ARCO standards.
• Site Logistics
• Trade Coordination – Work with Superintendents and subcontractors to understand sequencing, resolve field issues, and maintain productive workflows.
• Progress Documentation – Assist with documenting daily job site activities, taking progress photos, and preparing daily reports.
• Project Meetings – Attend subcontractor coordination meetings, owner walkthroughs, and project planning discussions to see how field teams communicate and solve challenges.
• Plan & Drawing Review – Become familiar with construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings while learning how they are applied in the field.
• Job Site Walks – Conduct site walks with experienced Superintendents to monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and verify work is performed safely and correctly.
• Training & Learning – Participate in offsite trainings and biweekly learning sessions provided by the Learning and Development team.
• Team Collaboration – Partner with Project Managers and field teams to understand how office and field operations work together to successfully deliver projects.

No matter where you’re starting from, you’ll leave this experience with valuable industry knowledge and a strong foundation for a future in construction.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in an accreditedCivil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineeringundergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered)
• Driver's License
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethics
• Previous Co-op or intern experience in construction preferred, but not required
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Four core values that guide our culture:

• Treat people fairly and do the right thing
• Understand our customers’ business and solve their problems
• Be positive, upbeat, and have fun
• Create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit

Here’s what you’ll get as part of our internship/co-op program:

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
• Housing stipend available based on need
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for interns working at least 3 months
• Professional development through training and mentorship
• Company-sponsored lunches, happy hours, and networking events
• Fully stocked kitchens with drinks and snacks
• A fun, inclusive work environment
• Annual Intern Summit where interns from across the company connect through leadership sessions, workshops, networking, and team-building activities

We don’t just invest in projects — we invest in people. From your first day, you’ll be part of a team that values growth, connection, and doing great work.

ARCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members, interns, and co-ops.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

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