Design & Construction PM Intern — Spring/Summer 2027

Penn State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University invites undergraduates to apply for the Design & Construction internship, supporting project planning and coordination across capital projects. The role emphasizes collaboration with architects, engineers, and contractors at University Park, PA, with exposure to PMIS and data management.

Interns work up to 20 hours weekly in fall/spring and up to 40 hours weekly in summer, earning $16/hour for undergraduates and $17/hour for graduates.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications is preferred.
• Students pursuing degrees in construction management, architectural engineering, engineering, project management, business, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are important for this internship.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, coordination, and execution activities.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and construction conferences.
• Assist with project documentation, records management, and report preparation.
• Update project schedules, action item logs, and project tracking systems.
• Support budget tracking, procurement, and construction administration tasks.
• Conduct site visits and construction observations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Construction management

Architectural engineering

Engineering

Project management

Business

Job description

Penn State University invites undergraduates to apply for the Design & Construction internship, supporting project planning and coordination across capital projects. The role emphasizes collaboration with architects, engineers, and contractors at University Park, PA, with exposure to PMIS and data management.

Interns work up to 20 hours weekly in fall/spring and up to 40 hours weekly in summer, earning $16/hour for undergraduates and $17/hour for graduates.