* Summer 2027 Construction Intern - QC

Blythe Construction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Blythe Construction, Inc. is offering a Construction Intern position in Charlotte, NC. The internship provides hands-on experience in road construction and project coordination, exposing you to real field operations during the program.

Interns coordinate subs and suppliers, assist with layout, surveys, trade coordination, and document control, while learning from supervision on active projects. This role suits students pursuing civil/construction management degrees.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management.
• Proficient PC skills including Excel, Primavera and SAP.
• Familiarity with construction industry practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the project management team with subcontractor and supplier coordination, material tracking, file management, document control and progress reporting.
• Assist field supervision with project layout, surveying, construction drawing and trade coordination, verification of field conditions and quality control.

Skills

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Primavera

SAP

Job description

Construction Intern - QC Charlotte

General Description

The Construction Internship at Blythe Construction, Inc. provides relevant field experience for construction management students. Our internship program provides a realistic view of what it's like to work in road construction through meaningful, hands‑on experiences. From coordinating subcontractors and suppliers to surveying and setting control lines, our interns assume a wide variety of responsibilities during their time with Blythe.

Key Duties May Include:

• Support the project management team with subcontractor and supplier coordination, material tracking, file management, document control (submittals, RFIs and change orders) and progress reporting.
• Work with field supervision to assist with project layout, setting control lines, surveying, construction drawing and trade coordination, verification of field conditions and quality control.

Qualification Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and Experience.
  • Students must be enrolled in a college or university pursuing a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management.
  • Proficient PC skills including a proficiency in various software used such as Excel, Primavera, and SAP.
  • Familiarity or a previous internship with construction industry practices is preferred.
  • Must be able to understand and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Construction Intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Regularly required to sit and/or stand during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.
  • Employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
  • Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally.
  • Continuous mental attention required to complete tasks in an efficient manner.
  • Exposure to dust, dirt grease and noise.
  • Work can be performed at heights up to 60 feet, requiring the employee to climb ladders, scaffolds and stair towers, often with narrow steps and passageways.
  • Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground and slopes in varying weather conditions.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, based on project need(s) and demand(s).
• Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Construction Intern encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
  • Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
  • Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mix concrete.

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.