Hands-On Construction Intern - Field & Office Experience

The Peterson Company, LLC; Legendary Hills (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peterson Company, LLC invites a motivated construction internship candidate to join our team this summer. You will gain hands-on field and office experience supporting active projects, learning industry best practices, and collaborating with experienced professionals on site.

You will assist with site walkthroughs, progress tracking, and documentation, while developing skills in communication, organization, safety awareness, and project coordination across teams.

Qualifications

• Current student or recent graduate in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
• Strong interest in learning about construction operations and project delivery.
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow direction in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools.
• Willingness to work in both office and field settings, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day project activities in the field and/or office, depending on assignment.
• Assist with site walkthroughs, progress tracking, and general project documentation.
• Help coordinate communication between team members, subcontractors, and other stakeholders as directed.
• Review and organize project materials, drawings, reports, and other records.
• Observe construction processes and learn about safety, quality, scheduling, and site operations.
• Perform additional administrative or operational tasks to support project teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Construction management

Engineering

Architecture

Tools

Reading plans

Specifications

Project documentation

Job description

The Peterson Company, LLC invites a motivated construction internship candidate to join our team this summer. You will gain hands-on field and office experience supporting active projects, learning industry best practices, and collaborating with experienced professionals on site.

You will assist with site walkthroughs, progress tracking, and documentation, while developing skills in communication, organization, safety awareness, and project coordination across teams.