Development/Construction Management Intern

NorthPoint Development; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Development offers an on-site Chicago internship for 8-10 weeks, immersing students in real estate and development. You will support the Development/Construction Management team on meaningful projects, gaining hands-on experience and valuable industry exposure that will shape your future career.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management, with strong communication and organizational skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project due diligence, including market research and preliminary budgeting.
• Help track development schedules and update timelines for key milestones.
• Coordinate and gather bids for pre-construction activities.
• Support permit applications and organize documentation for approvals.
• Contribute to project reporting and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Strong communicator

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

This role is onsite in Chicago

The NorthPoint Development Internship Program is an 8-10 week experience designed to immerse students in the fast-paced world of real estate and development. The Development/Construction Management Intern will work on meaningful projects, gaining valuable exposure to the industry while building skills that will carry into their future careers.

What You'll Do

• Assist with project due diligence, including market research and preliminary budgeting.
• Help track development schedules and update timelines for key milestones.
• Coordinate and gather bids for pre-construction activities.
• Support permit applications and organize documentation for approvals.
• Contribute to project reporting and participate in team meetings.

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Strong communicator with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Energetic, resourceful, and eager to learn in a hands‑on environment.
• Able to approach problems both logically and creatively.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.