Field Carpentry Summer Internship

Wright-Ryan-Construction,-Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. invites sophomores and juniors in Building Construction programs to join our Field Operations Division for a summer internship on current projects in Maine.

You will learn on-site under Project Managers and Superintendents, with a pathway to a career as a Project Engineer or Field Engineer after graduation. Pay is $22.00–$24.00 per hour; Maine residents or students from Maine schools favored.

Qualifications

• Interest in building and modern construction jobsite management.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team, learn new skills, and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to communicate professionally verbally and in writing
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to work in a collaborative, team environment
• Good organizational skills and attention to pace and accuracy
• Previous carpentry and construction management skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Project Managers and Superintendents on Wright-Ryan projects based on your skills.
• Gain experience on current job sites and get introduced to field operations practices

Skills

Interest in construction

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service

Organization

Carpentry/Construction Mgmt bonus

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in construction-related field

Job description

Wright-Ryan has been at the heart of Maine’s construction landscape over the past four decades, crafting spaces that endure. Beyond the blueprint, our team of dedicated professionals sees each project as a partnership in realizing our clients' goals. From the initial stages through project completion, we provide insightful guidance, innovative solutions, and steadfast assistance.

Spanning Commercial, Institutional, and Residential sectors, our firm thrives on diverse and engaging projects. We prioritize a close-knit community and supportive environment, essential to our success as employee owners. At Wright-Ryan, we take pride in our reputation and our role in shaping Maine's great spaces.

Job Overview

Imagine spending your summer in our dynamic Field Operations Division, where you'll get a great introduction to the field and a chance to gain experience working on a job site. It's the perfect introduction to the construction industry, setting you up for a career as a Project Engineer or Field Engineer after graduation.

We have current internship opportunities in the Field Operations Division for Sophomores and Juniors in Building Construction programs. You will work alongside Project Managers and Superintendents on current Wright-Ryan projects based on your skills, experience, and areas of interest.

Position Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in a construction related field at a school in Maine or a current Maine resident attending an out-of-state school
• Interest in building and modern construction jobsite management
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team, learn new skills, and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner verbally and in writing
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to work in a collaborative, team environment
• Good organizational skills and attention to pace and accuracy
• Previous carpentry and construction management skills are a plus

Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors or other status protected by law.