Field Construction Intern/Co-op: Lead on Site & Learn

ARCO Design/Build, Inc.; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Housing stipend

Insurance (medical)

Professional development

Networking events

Fully stocked kitchens

Inclusive culture

Intern Summit

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build, Inc. in Charleston, SC, invites motivated students to join as a SuperintendentIntern/Co-op. You’ll work alongside experienced field leaders, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while contributing to field operations and site safety.

You’ll learn to coordinate subcontractors, review drawings, and participate in progress reporting and project meetings. This paid internship offers professional development and growth within a top design/build contractor.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering program.
• Driver's License required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and strong work ethic.
• Previous co-op or intern construction experience preferred but not required.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to field operations from site mobilization to project completion.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and promote a strong safety culture.
• Assist with coordinating subcontractor activities and tracking progress.
• Observe quality inspections and ensure work meets plans and ARCO standards.
• Support site logistics, trade coordination, and document daily activities.

Skills

Field Operations

Safety Leadership

Scheduling & Coordination

Quality Control

Trade Coordination

Progress Documentation

Project Meetings

Plan & Drawing Review

Job Site Walks

Training & Learning

Team Collaboration

Education

Civil/Mechanical Eng

Job description

ARCO Design/Build, Inc. in Charleston, SC, invites motivated students to join as a SuperintendentIntern/Co-op. You’ll work alongside experienced field leaders, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while contributing to field operations and site safety.

You’ll learn to coordinate subcontractors, review drawings, and participate in progress reporting and project meetings. This paid internship offers professional development and growth within a top design/build contractor.