Summer 2027 Co-op Midwest

Kokosing, Inc.; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Housing stipend

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. offers a College Co-op Program designed to give students practical construction industry experience. You will work with full-time professionals, receive mentorship, and develop skills on a variety of projects across the Midwest.

The program emphasizes safety, leadership, and hands-on learning through Spring, Summer, or Fall terms. Opportunities span Heavy Highway, Civil, Industrial, Project Management, and more with potential housing stipends or mileage reimbursements depending on

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college program related to construction or engineering.
• Interest in gaining field experience through a structured co-op program.
• Demonstrates safety awareness and readiness to work with professional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist full-time professionals on project tasks under supervision.
• Learn from mentors and teammates across multiple project phases.
• Adhere to safety protocols and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Support planning, documentation and coordination activities as assigned.

Skills

Safety culture

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

College student in construction/engineering

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description

TheCo-op Program at Kokosingis designed to provide you with practical construction industry experience, the chance to work on value-added projects, connect with a mentor in your field of study, network with senior leaders, team members and other co-ops, and so much more.

We are looking for students interested in a co-op experience for the Spring, Summer or Fall semesters. We are actively training the next group of leaders and need skilled team members who reflect our core values and culture of safety.

About our College Co-op Program:

As a Co-op, you will be working with Full Time construction professionals as they provide guidance and share their expertise on various tasks. The objective of our program is to prepare you for full time employment in one of the various roles within the industry. You will have specific project responsibilities and daily activities assigned to you that will enable you to experience our industry firsthand. Supervisors and project staff will structure your work efforts to help you learn about your area of interest while you contribute directly to the completion of a quality project. Additionally, you will be assigned a mentor for any questions or support you may need during your co-op.

Upon completion of each summer term, Kokosing will host the Co-op Capstone Event. Each co-op will present on the culmination of their learning and experiences during the term. This event also provides co-ops the opportunity to meet senior level management and includes some fun, interactive activities that showcase various aspects of the construction and engineering industry.

Co-op Opportunities and Placement:

We have opportunities within all business units of Kokosing (Kokosing Construction, Kokosing Industrial, McGraw Kokosing, Integrity Kokosing, Olen/Area Aggregate, Kokosing Materials, Kokosing Inc.) in multiple locations across the Midwest (Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and West Virginia) and Mid-Atlantic (Delaware, Maryland, DC, Virginia, North Carolina).

These opportunities include:

• Heavy Highway
• Heavy Civil
• Heavy Industrial
• Project Management
• Project Engineering
• SafetySpecialist
• Surveying
• Estimating
• Marine Work
• Project Design& Procurement
• Business Development
• Support Operations
• Heavy Equipment Maintenance
• Heavy Equipment Repair

We also have opportunities within various regions to offer field/trade experience, where you work in a laborer role as part of the construction crew. Kokosing believes these experiences are essential to the understanding of how the organization operates.

When possible, we work to accommodate your geographical preferences. Final placements will be made based on project availability and what will provide the most valuable experience for you. Depending on the distance from residence to your assigned location, a housing stipend for relocation or a mileage reimbursement for commuting may be provided.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.