Field-Driven Construction Superintendent Co-op

ARCO Design/Build; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Housing stipend

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and mentoring

Intern Summit and networking events

Fully stocked kitchens and inclusive,

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build is seeking an enthusiastic Superintendent Intern/Co-op in the United States. You will gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working with experienced field leaders to develop practical construction skills.

You’ll participate in safety meetings, scheduling, quality control, plan reviews, and daily progress documentation, with mentorship from seasoned superintendents. Housing stipend and growth opportunities accompany competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered)
• Driver's License
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethics
• Previous Co-op or intern experience in construction preferred, but not required
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Field Operations – Gain exposure to how ARCO manages daily job site activities from site mobilization through project completion.
• Safety Leadership – Participate in daily safety meetings, job site inspections, and learn how to promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Scheduling & Coordination – Assist with coordinating subcontractor activities and monitoring progress to help keep projects on schedule.
• Quality Control – Observe and support quality inspections to ensure work is completed according to project plans, specifications, and ARCO standards.
• Site Logistics
• Trade Coordination – Work with Superintendents and subcontractors to understand sequencing, resolve field issues, and maintain productive workflows.
• Progress Documentation – Assist with documenting daily job site activities, taking progress photos, and preparing daily reports.
• Project Meetings – Attend subcontractor coordination meetings, owner walkthroughs, and project planning discussions to see how field teams communicate and solve challenges.
• Plan & Drawing Review – Become familiar with construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings while learning how they are applied in the field.
• Job Site Walks – Conduct site walks with experienced Superintendents to monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and verify work is performed safely and correctly.
• Training & Learning – Participate in offsite trainings and biweekly learning sessions provided by the Learning and Development team.
• Team Collaboration – Partner with Project Managers and field teams to understand how office and field operations work together to successfully deliver projects.

Education

Civil engineering / Construction Management undergraduate or graduate program

Job description

ARCO Design/Build is seeking an enthusiastic Superintendent Intern/Co-op in the United States. You will gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working with experienced field leaders to develop practical construction skills.

You’ll participate in safety meetings, scheduling, quality control, plan reviews, and daily progress documentation, with mentorship from seasoned superintendents. Housing stipend and growth opportunities accompany competitive pay.