Hands-On Construction Project Intern

Turner Construction; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Turner Construction is hiring an Intern for the Bay Area project location in Walnut Creek, CA. The role involves assisting on a live construction site, coordinating meetings, tracking materials, and reporting progress under supervision.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a related degree program, at least 18, and eager to learn construction management. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the application of classroom knowledge to real-world tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited degree program or co-op, minimum 1 year completed.
• Must be 18+ to work on a construction site.
• Desire to learn construction management and the industry.
• Commitment to standard hours and possible OT as assigned.
• Demonstrate interpersonal and leadership skills or volunteer work.
• Clear verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist on active construction project sites under supervision.
• Support project team with meeting coordination, material tracking, and progress reports.
• Follow site signage and supervisor instructions.
• Relate academic knowledge to work activities on site.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff, clients, and subcontractors.
• Participate in training, meetings, and safety orientation.
• Assist with quantity take-offs, RFIs and contract information as needed.
• Assist with project closeout preparations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Progress

1+ year college/Co-op completed

Job description

Turner Construction is hiring an Intern for the Bay Area project location in Walnut Creek, CA. The role involves assisting on a live construction site, coordinating meetings, tracking materials, and reporting progress under supervision.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a related degree program, at least 18, and eager to learn construction management. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the application of classroom knowledge to real-world tasks.