Project Intern - Summer 2027

Kids for the Future; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus Group is seeking multiple Project Interns for the Summer of 2027 across Des Moines, IA, Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN, Kansas City, MO, Phoenix, AZ and Denver, CO offices.

The interns will assist the Project Management team, support safety and cost-control efforts, and gain hands-on experience in construction management. Current students pursuing Civil/Construction-related degrees are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work productively with others, solve problems independently, communicate effectively and lead projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project correspondence and documentation
• Support economic and timely project completion
• Develop interpersonal and technical skills for project management
• Assist with and manage budget and scheduling monitoring
• Review RFIs, submittals, and design drawings with PM and site superintendent
• Assist with subcontractor bid process and change orders
• Support safety programs and ensure compliance with OSHA standards

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction/Structural Eng or related field

Job description

• Base Pay $25.00 - $27.00 / Hour
• Job Category ODB, Project Management, Project Management
• Employee Type Temp FT Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

We are seeking multiple Project Interns for the Summer of 2027 for our Des Moines, IA, Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN, Kansas City, MO, Phoenix, AZ and Denver, CO offices.

We build more than buildings. We are building greatness in both our projects and our people. The combination of our people, culture, and unique project delivery approach truly differentiates us – it is why our associates come here, and why they stay. Team Opus associates collaborate to advance our client goals, our communities, and their careers. At Opus, you have an unmatched opportunity with a growing, industry-leading organization to learn and develop professionally, while having fun along the way. Our award-winning teams are united by one mission and are driven to deliver impactful results.

The hourly wage for this position is $25 - $27 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. We are committed to providing fair and competitive pay practices and ensuring compliance with all applicable pay transparency regulations.

We are an established and active player in the commercial construction market with experience delivering high-quality projects across many regions. Our team has built a strong reputation for reliability, practical problem- solving, and long-term client relationships. We are active in warehouse and light industrial, private school and collegiate work, office, and multi-family construction.

The Project Intern is a temporary construction professional responsible for assisting the Project Management team in the performance of their duties. Primary responsibilities include the maintenance of all project correspondence and documentation; economic and timely project completion; and development of interpersonal and technical skills necessary for successful project management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety First

• Work with the safety department to have working knowledge of the federal OSHA standards that apply to the project(s)
• Perform jobsite hazard analysis and ongoing safety walks with project supervisor.
• Support the project management team in providing the labor, materials, equipment and other resources necessary to perform each project safely.

Construction Management

• Assist with proposal work to include quantity takeoffs, estimating support and proposal assemblage.
• Assist with the subcontractor bid process, including bid list development, bid package assemblage, distribution and tracking, bid breakdowns, bid review meeting documentation and general coordination.
• Assist with and/or manage the construction and “activation” of assigned projects, ensuring project meets budget, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction criteria.
• Review and manage RFI’s and submittal process, design drawings, budgets, schedules, and other project-related matters with the project manager and job site superintendent.
• Share job cost responsibility through monitoring budgets and schedules, resolving problems, and reporting cost projections to supervisor on a monthly or more frequent basis.
• Assist with the negotiation and writing of subcontracts and change orders for appropriate Opus associate(s) and/or subcontractors’ signatures.
• Manage sustainable/green building project certifications and required documentation when applicable.

Project Management Skill Development

• Strengthen interpersonal skills through development of productive relationships with team and company personnel
• Strive to optimize team effectiveness and help coordinate project team.
• Initiate meetings to keep supervisor informed of project status and progress.
• Acquire understanding of building code and design.
• Complete non-project assignments related to background, capabilities and interest.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• Ability to work productively with others, solve problems independently, communicate effectively and lead projects.
• Ability to demonstrate ongoing progress toward acquiring skills, knowledge and abilities of a Project Engineer II.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g. H1-B).

Summary

The companies comprising Opus are Equal Opportunity Employers.

This job description is a summary of the typical functions and responsibilities of this position, and the duties described are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities. There may be other duties, tasks and responsibilities assigned. Management reserves the right to add, modify or change the duties of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran or disability status.