Intern Construction Services - Summer 2027

HNTB Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking a part-time/co-op construction services assistant to support project teams. You will help with office tasks, meetings, and on-site testing while learning essential field procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and current enrollment in a construction services program, with preference for two years of study. Relocation housing are not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• This role requires a high school diploma or GED or equivalent and current enrollment in a construction services program.
• Prefer completion of at least 2 years in a post-secondary construction services program.

Responsibilities

• Assists with construction office support tasks such as taking meeting minutes and processing tracking logs.
• Attends and observes project meetings with internal and external teams.
• Observes on-site material testing and reports findings as requested.
• May assist with basic shop drawing review to ensure conformance with plans and specs.
• Conducts basic research and data collection to support project needs.
• Reads construction drawings and materials and provides feedback as requested.
• Assists on portions of special projects as directed.

Skills

Meeting minutes

Meetings observation

Material testing

Shop drawing review

Data collection

Reading drawings

General support tasks

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Enrollment in post-secondary construction services program

Completion of 2 years post-secondary construction services program

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for, under close supervision, assisting assigned department(s) and/or project(s) with basic construction services-related tasks which may reflect elements of standard post-secondary construction services curriculum, usually on a part-time, temporary, or co-op basis. Relocation and housing are not available for this position.

What You'll Do:

• Assists with construction office support tasks including but not limited to: taking of meeting minutes, assisting in processing of tracking logs, and other department deliverables.
• Attends and observes meetings with both internal and external teams of a project.
• Observes on-site material testing.
• May assist with basic shop drawing review and help ensure that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
• Conducts basic research and data collection.
• Reads construction drawings and materials and provides feedback as requested.
• Assists on portions of special projects as directed.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary construction services program

What We Prefer:

• Completion of 2 years of post-secondary construction services program

Additional Information

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Locations

Chicago, IL . . . . . . . . . . . .

The approximate pay range for Illinois is $23.18 - $34.76. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.

When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected.

Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work