Summer 2027 Construction Intern - Denver

Turner Construction Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

HSA

FSA

Wellness benefits

Legal plan

Identity theft protection

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid vacation

Holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Appreciation pay

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Denver, CO is seeking an Intern/Co-Op to gain hands-on experience on active construction projects. You will work under supervision on day-to-day activities across construction management, safety, and project coordination, with potential educational credit.

Eligible students pursuing Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management programs gain exposure to estimations, RFIs, and subcontractor coordination while meeting safety protocols and site standards.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college/university degree program or Co-op; preferred majors include Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• Must be 18 years of age to work at a construction project site.
• Desire to work in construction management and learn about the industry.
• Commitment to standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills and leadership or community involvement.
• Proficient verbal and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist on active construction projects to build foundational knowledge in project management and financials.
• Support project team with meeting coordination, material tracking, file management, and progress reporting.
• Follow site safety protocols and wear PPE as directed.
• Provide progress reports and learn about construction management.
• Relate academic knowledge to real project work and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Construction interest

English communication

Teamwork

Education

Enrolled in college/university degree program

Job description

If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world’s 100 tallest buildings.

For the past 50 years, Turner's Denver office has helped shape our local skyline with projects such as Meow Wolf, Sports Authority Field at Mile High, and Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Denver’s current working portfolio includes everything from data centers and elaborate healthcare renovations to commercial spaces.

Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness.

This is not a remote/hybrid position and will be based in a Turner office or project location.

This position will be posted throughout the 2026-2027 internship recruiting year.

Position Description

Assist in day-to-day supervised activities related to the development of a construction project to build foundational knowledge in construction management, business and project financial management, project safety protocols, subcontractor relationships, quality control, and project coordination and lifecycle. Where applicable, your assignment will support learning that applies to earning educational credits.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Depending on business need and location, the Intern/Co-Op will be supervised and assigned to work at an active construction project site, in a department located at a main office working in one of our many construction specialties.
• Support project team with meeting coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
• Comprehend and follow project site signage and supervisor instructions as directed.
• Provide progress reports to supervisor and be receptive to learning about construction management.
• Relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to work activities.
• Maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Participate in training, meetings, and orientation.
• Comply with safety protocols, follow safety expectations, and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned. Based on the assignment, the following activities may be performed (longer-term assignments may gain more in-depth experience and exposure):
• Assist with project start-up activities and provide support to Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
• Assist with collection and review of information and approvals for processing shop drawings, submittals, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Assist with preparation and distribution of information for contract requirements to appropriate parties.
• Assist with preparation of estimates for changes in work from subcontractors.
• Attend project site visits to observe and document construction field activities.
• Assist with preparation of and conduct correspondence and communication as directed to Architects, Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors in connection with performing their assigned trades.
• Assist with communication to Trades and subcontractors to understand and track job schedules.
• Assist with monitoring contractor compliance with Turner's safety program, as directed.
• Assist with preparation of quantity take-offs and studies for project items using either traditional or computer-aided programs, learning and discussing details necessary to complete project.
• Request and distribute subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work to assemble proposals for delivery system.
• Assist with project close out preparations.

The salary range for this position is estimated to be 22.00 - 22.00 USD annualized.

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.

In addition to our extensive benefit offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end of year appreciation pay.

Qualifications

• Enrolled and actively pursuing college or university accredited degree program or enrolled in a Co-op program, recommended majors include and not limited to Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other related field of study, and at minimum 1 year of completed education, and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must be 18 years of age, to work at a construction project site
• Desire to work in construction management and to learn about construction industry
• Commitment to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement
• Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills, in English language required
• Ability to read and comprehend written information
• Assume personal and professional accountability for own actions and activities
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and participate
• Able to work independently, with direction and supervision, and in team environment
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to be mobile. Performance of the required duties may require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may occasionally travel both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances and may perform work at on-site construction work sites and/or office locations. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.