SIMON | Construction Intern Wyoming

Simon; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options

Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Plans

Job summary

Simon, a subsidiary of Colas USA, offers an internship program in Cheyenne, WY, designed to give hands-on exposure to construction operations across business, engineering, and management areas. Interns work under supervision, gain 1:1 mentorship, and contribute to focused projects while supporting safety, quality, and efficiency initiatives.

The program covers administrative and operational experiences, including interactions with project teams, procurement coordination, and customer

Qualifications

• Enrollment in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving history required.

Responsibilities

• Assist safety initiatives and adhere to safety policies.
• Support project team in planning, cost and scheduling monitoring.
• Coordinate material purchases, deliveries, tracking and forecast utilization of resources.
• Assist in bid processes and pre‑bid planning meetings.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Operate or observe heavy equipment as assigned.
• Perform manual and skilled labor tasks.
• Complete other internship project duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction internship experience

MS Word

Excel

Education

Enrollment in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Take-offs software

Bidding software

Estimating software

Job description

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. What we do is bigger than construction - it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visitwww.simonteam.com/.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visitwww.colasusa.com.

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, assists construction personnel in planning and building work by optimizing resource utilization and minimizing costs as part of the Company's internship program.

Simon's internship program is designed to provide first‑hand exposure to industry operations, as well as 1:1 mentorship and networking opportunities to students in order to supplement college educational programs in the areas of business, engineering, and construction management. Students in the program have the opportunity to work in various administrative and operational areas, contribute to company goals through completion of focused project work, and apply concepts learned in the classroom to business operations.

Main Responsibilities:

• Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
• Support, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
• Assist with ensuring the highest standards are achieved and maintained in terms of safety, environmental performance, quality, and efficiency; including compliance with MSHA, OSHA and EPA regulations
• Assist the project team in establishing the sequential steps involved in all processes with the scope of the project, including bid processes and contract development; may attend pre‑bid and planning meetings
• Work closely with the project team monitoring the safety, cost and scheduling of construction projects
• Assist with coordination of material purchases, deliveries, tracking and forecasting ensuring maximum utilization of company resources
• Participate in activities related to development and maintenance of customer relationships
• Operate heavy equipment
• Perform manual and skilled labor tasks
• Complete other projects as a part of the internship program requirements

Education:

• Enrollment in a relevant degree program, including Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and clean driving history required

Skills:

• Previous construction or intern experience preferred
• Ability to use computers efficiently including MS Word and Excel required
• Knowledge of other computer programs dealing with take‑offs, bidding, etc. preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Travel required; in some roles travel may be extensive and/or require overnight stays
• Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company safety guidelines
• Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear)
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain

Benefits and Perks:

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans

Application window anticipated to close on 02/28/2026; open until filled.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
• complete any part of the application process
• access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to [e-mail].