Project Management Intern (Summer 2027)

ARCO/Murray; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate (with overtime

One-on-one mentorship

Structured training program

Opportunity to travel

Opportunity for term-end discretionary

Stipend provided for interns living.

$5,000 bonus for full-time after grad

Job summary

ARCO/Murray in Downers Grove, IL is seeking motivated students for a Mechanical Project Manager Intern position for Summer 2027. You will assist Project Managers and gain hands-on exposure to estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyout, and shop drawing reviews.

This internship offers mentorship, a structured training program, travel opportunities, and a potential post-graduation full-time role. Interns may receive a $5,000 bonus if they join full-time after graduation; we provide

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related program.
• Open to full-time opportunity post grad.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Prior construction internship experience is a plus.
• Extracurricular involvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimating – Describing project proposals and assigning dollar values to projects.
• Scheduling – Creating a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
• Design meetings – Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design pro structural engineers, architects.
• Buyout – Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors; receive and evaluate proposals, then award subcontracts.
• Shop Drawing and Submittal Review – Review subcontractor drawings with Project Manager and design team and communicate with subs on upcoming work.
• Billing – Work with Project Manager to understand the business side of building such as managing subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, pay applications, and owning projects cost status.
• Jobsite Visits – Visit jobsite with Project Manager and work with Project Superintendent’s to ensure the project is running smoothly.
• Weekly Training Sessions – Weekly training sessions are provided to ensure the Intern team has a clear understanding of their role and how the business operates.

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management

Architectural Engineering

Job description

Introduction

At ARCO/Murray, we take our “better team, better planning, and better execution” culture seriously. But we’re not an award-winning firm just because we’re a great place to work. We’re relentless experts at what we do.

Overview

Are you looking to use your engineering background to solve client needs? Are you always thinking outside the box? Do you enjoy managing a project from start up to completion? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you.

AM Mechanical is looking for highly motivated Mechanical Project Manager Interns who are passionate about the construction process to join the team for the Summer of 2027. At AM Mechanical, every associate is empowered to drive their success. You’ll be responsible for project performance and profit from day one!

At AM Mechanical, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

What We Can Offer You:

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.

• Competitive hourly rate (with overtime possible)
• One-on-one mentorship
• Structured training program
• Opportunity to travel
• Opportunity for term-end discretionary bonus
• Stipend provided for interns living outside of market
• A $5,000 bonus should you join AM Mechanical full-time after graduation

Pay Range

$27 - $28 USD

Responsibilities

AM Mechanical offers an exciting Intern opportunity for highly motivated students. A Mechanical Project Manager Intern will assist Project Managers with the following:

• Estimating – Describing project proposals and assigning dollar values to the projects.
• Scheduling – Creating a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
• Design meetings – Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design pro structural engineers, architects.
• Buyout – Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors. Receive and evaluate proposals, then award subcontracts.
• Shop Drawing and Submittal Review – Review subcontractor drawings with Project Manager and design team and communicate with subs on upcoming work.
• Billing – Work with Project Manager to understand the business side of building such as managing subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, pay applications, and owning projects cost status.
• Jobsite Visits – Visit jobsite with Project Manager and work with Project Superintendent’s to ensure the project is running smoothly.
• Weekly Training Sessions – As an AM Mechanical Project Manager Intern, weekly training sessions are provided to ensure the Intern team has a clear understanding of their role and how the business operates. Many training courses emphasize growing a deeper knowledge of building trades and how to leverage an engineering background to solve clients' needs as a design/builder. Training is held virtually, in-person, at jobsites, and self-guided.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related program.
• Open to full-time opportunity post grad.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Prior construction internship experience is a plus.
• Extracurricular involvement is a plus.