Internship, Universal Creative - Construction Management, Facility (Attractions) (Summer 2027)

Universal Creative; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Housing assistance (where eligible)

Job summary

Universal Creative is seeking a Facilities Attractions Construction Intern in Orlando for Summer 2027. You will collaborate with designers, engineers, contractors, and project teams to support planning and construction of new theme park attractions and facilities.

Through hands-on project work, you will gain exposure to the full construction and development process, assist with construction documentation, and participate in field activities that help bring immersive environments to life.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor degree with Junior standing or higher.
• GPA minimum 2.8; transcript required at application.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong communication, organization and time management skills.
• Ability to read/interpret technical drawings and project documents.
• Ability to work in an active construction environment with PPE and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project team with daily coordination of construction activities across multiple disciplines.
• Participate in meetings, prepare minutes, and track actions.
• Observe progress and document site conditions, milestones, and coordination issues.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Support logistics planning, site access coordination, and interface management between contractors.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality of designs and sensitive information.
• Contribute to EH&S responsibilities following company policy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization

Time management

Reading technical drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM/Revit

PMWeb

Job description

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program

• Summer 2027 Program Dates: Approximately May 2027 – August 2027.

Job Summary

Help bring immersive attractions and experiences to life as a Facility Attractions Construction Intern with Universal Creative. In this role, you will collaborate with designers, engineers, contractors, and project teams to support the planning and construction of new theme park attractions and facilities.

Through hands‑on project work, you will gain exposure to the full construction and development process, from design coordination through active construction. You will assist with construction documentation, support project coordination activities, and participate in field and site‑based efforts that help bring themed environments to life. This internship offers an opportunity to build practical construction management and project delivery skills while learning how multidisciplinary teams work together to transform creative concepts into immersive guest experiences.

Major Responsibilities

• Assist the project team with day-to-day coordination of active construction activities involving facility, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, show, ride, and specialty systems.
• Participate in project meetings, contractor coordination meetings, site walks, inspections, and planning sessions; prepare meeting minutes and track assigned action items.
• Observe construction progress and help document installed work, site conditions, milestones, constraints, and potential coordination issues.
• Assist with reviewing drawings, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, and other construction documents under the direction of project team members.
• Assist with construction logistics planning, site access coordination, material‑delivery tracking, work‑area readiness, and interface management between multiple contractors and disciplines.
• Handle project information professionally and maintain the confidentiality of designs, intellectual property, operational details, and other sensitive information.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• In pursuit of a Bachelor degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Junior or above.
• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
• A transcript is required upon application.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project documentation.
• Ability to work in an active construction environment, comply with site-safety requirements, wear required personal protective equipment, and navigate varying field conditions.
• Ability to prioritize assignments in a dynamic, schedule‑driven environment.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

• Preferred majors include: Construction Management Technology or a closely related field.
• Interest in construction management, facility development, or themed entertainment.
• Familiarity with construction drawings, building systems, and project delivery processes.
• Experience with construction technologies such as Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM/Revit, or PMWeb.
• Strong attention to detail, initiative, and problem‑solving skills.

Please Note The Following

• This internship will be an in‑person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
• Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than August 2027.
• Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
• All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.

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