Construction Superintendent Intern (Summer 2027)

ARCO Companies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend (based on need)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company sponsored lunches, happy hours

Stocked kitchen with coffee, snacks

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Superintendent Intern/Co‑op to gain hands-on field experience across the full lifecycle of a project. You will work with seasoned field leaders on site mobilization, safety, scheduling, and quality control to help keep projects on track.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Civil/Architectural/Construction Engineering or Construction Management programs, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and possess strong communication and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Enrolled in Civil/Architectural/Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree program.
• Co-op or intern construction experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong work ethic.
• Active Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Field Operations – Exposure to daily site activities from mobilization to project completion.
• Safety Leadership – Participate in daily safety meetings and site inspections.
• Scheduling & Coordination – Assist with coordinating subcontractor activities and monitoring progress.
• Quality Control – Observe and support quality inspections per project plans and ARCO standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Driver's license

Education

Civil/Architectural/Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree

Job description

Pittsburgh, PA, 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 a Superintendent Intern/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.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 out of 4.0
• Enrolled in Civil/Architectural/ConstructionEngineering or Construction Management degree program
• Co‑op or intern construction experience preferred
• Excellent verbal communication skills and a strong work ethic
• Active Driver’s License

What We Can Offer You:

We are dedicated to the well‑being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

• Competitive hourly rate (with overtime possible)
• Housing stipend (based on need)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage when you Intern or Co‑op with us for at least 3 months
• Company sponsored lunches, happy hours and events
• Stocked kitchen with coffee, soda, and snacks

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be a drug‑free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

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.

Note:

Select “No” will not eliminate you from consideration for this role.

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