Construction Superintendent Intern (Summer 2027)

ARCO Design/Build; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Housing near worksite

Daily per diem for food

Performance bonus

Intern training program

Path to full-time position

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build in Memphis seeks a highly motivated Superintendent Intern to assist in various construction projects. You will work on-site, learning essential skills while contributing to ARCO's success.

The ideal candidate should be enrolled in a related degree program and possess strong communication skills, along with a commitment to excellence. This internship offers competitive pay with potential bonuses and a clear path to full-time employment upon graduation.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a related degree program, preferably with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Co-op or intern construction experience is preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist Superintendents on various construction projects.
• Learn to create schedules and communicate with subcontractors.
• Perform critical tasks throughout the project life cycle.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to meet physical job demands

Education

Enrollment in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

ABOUT YOU

Ready to experience a better way to build your career? ARCO hires only the best and brightest dedicated to providing our clients with superior solutions, cultivating our award-winning workplace culture, and driving success at all levels of the business. We are looking for a highly motivated Superintendent Intern to join our team of experts. Because ARCO is committed to creating opportunities for individual success, from day one, you will be given the tools to excel in your role, take on meaningful responsibilities, and experience why ARCO is truly the best place to build a career.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Competitive hourly rate (with overtime possible)
• Housing (located near the jobsite)
• Daily per diem for food
• Initial mileage for trip to and from jobsite covered by ARCO (ARCO does not provide a vehicle or stipend)
• Internship hours count towards our ESOP eligibility
• End-of-term performance bonus based on merit
• Path to full time position
• Sign-on bonus for each term served if hired as a full-time associate following graduation
• Direct access to leaders
• Intern training program to learn real world skills
• 2 formal reviews during your Internship to enhance learning opportunities

A DAY IN THE LIFE

We are looking for a highly motivated College Superintendent Intern, who is passionate about the construction process and wants to learn onsite. At ARCO, an Intern has the opportunity to assist Superintendents with the following:

• Work on jobsites and get hands-on experience from our expert field personnel on projects in a variety of industries including commercial, industrial, distribution, office, multi-family, entertainment and more
• Learn various skills from the Superintendent on the job including creating schedules, communicating with subcontractors, running a project smoothly from start to finish, and collaborating with the Superintendent on the jobsite
• You will make a meaningful contribution to ARCO’s success, performing critical tasks in every stage of the project life cycle

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or other related degree programs
• Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 out of 4.0
• Co-op or Intern construction experience preferred, but not required
• Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong work ethic
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to: standing or walking for long periods of time, occasionally on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and/or lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds

MAKE YOUR MOVE

ARCO is a premier, full-service design-build general contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing clients with complete project delivery nationwide. With over 6,000 projects completed coast to coast, we pride ourselves on offering the best, most cost-effective, single source, turnkey solutions and adding value to every project. Because we believe in creating opportunities for individual success among our associates, ARCO is a 100% associate-owned company. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), each associate holds a stake in the company, placing the benefits of our success directly in the hands of those who drive it.

ARCO is consistently recognized as a top workplace in multiple markets nationwide and is ranked by Engineering News-Record as a top ten design-build firm and the largest domestic builder of distribution and warehouse space.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies or individual recruiters without prior approval from the Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited resumes, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, become ARCO property, and no fees will be paid for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Any candidate information submitted will be considered as a referral to ARCO without a fee. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement with ARCO as well as written approval to submit candidates from the ARCO TA Manager for the specific position before submitting candidates.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets