Design-Build PM Intern: Start Big, Build Bold

ARCO National Holdings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

One-on-one mentorship

Structured training program

Opportunity to travel

Term-end discretionary bonus

Intern stipend (out-of-market)

$5,000 bonus after graduation if full‑

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

ARCO/Murray is offering a Summer 2027 Project Manager Intern opportunity for motivated engineering students. You'll assist Project Managers with estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyout, shop drawing reviews, billing, and site visits to gain hands-on experience in a design/build environment.

The program includes weekly training, one-on-one mentorship, and a path to full-time opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's of Engineering program or related field of study.
• Prior industry internship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimating: Describe project proposals and assign dollar values.
• Scheduling: Create a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
• Design meetings: Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design pro structural engineers, architects.
• Buyout: Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors; evaluate proposals and award subcontracts.
• Shop drawing and submittal review: Review subcontractor drawings with Project Manager and design team; communicate with subs on upcoming work.
• Billing: Manage subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, and project cost status.
• Jobsite visits: Visit jobsite with Project Manager and ensure the project runs smoothly.
• Weekly training sessions: Participate in training to understand role and business operations.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's of Engineering

Job description

ARCO/Murray is offering a Summer 2027 Project Manager Intern opportunity for motivated engineering students. You'll assist Project Managers with estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyout, shop drawing reviews, billing, and site visits to gain hands-on experience in a design/build environment.

The program includes weekly training, one-on-one mentorship, and a path to full-time opportunities after graduation.