Summer 2027 Intern (Develop-Build or Commercial)

LG Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Group offers a 10-week summer internship designed for students pursuing Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related fields. Interns rotate through project teams, shadow leaders, and complete a final capstone presentation.

Pay is $25/hour with a mix of on-site fieldwork and LG Group's Chicago office. Responsibilities include supporting project managers, assisting in tracking and coordination with subcontractors, and participating in stakeholder meetings.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Design, Architecture, or related field
• Strong communicator, proactive, and eager to learn
• Interested in hands-on exposure to real estate, design, construction project management and/or field operations
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Support project managers and superfinites with daily project tasks
• Gain exposure to LG Development, LG Builders, LG Design, and affiliated ventures
• Participate in both on-site fieldwork and in-office operations
• Assist in project tracking, reporting, and coordination with subcontractors
• Contribute to ongoing construction administration tasks (RFIs, submittals, scheduling)
• Attend stakeholder meetings and observe cross-functional collaboration
• Prepare and deliver a final presentation to LG leadership at the conclusion of the program

Skills

Strong communicator

Proactive

Eager to learn

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

Construction Management / Engineering / Architecture degree (in progress)

Job description

Description

About LG Group

LG Group brings development, construction and design together as one team. Across integrated development, commercial general contracting, and our creative studio, our integrated approach creates greater clarity, collaboration and control at every stage of a project. Working together, decisions can be made with the full picture in mind aligning vision, budget, schedule and execution from the outset.

Great work starts with great people. At LG, we bring together ambitious doers, creative problem-solvers, and relationship builders who are driven to make an impact. Our culture is built on high standards, shared accountability, and a genuine investment in each other’s success. Through intentional management practices, continuous feedback, and meaningful opportunities to learn and contribute, we encourage our people to take ownership, build their careers, and do their best work. Because when people thrive, stronger teams, better results, and lasting success follow.

Program Overview

Our 10-week summer internship is designed for motivated students seeking practical experience in construction management, project delivery, and the broader real estate development lifecycle. Interns will rotate through project teams, shadow leaders, and complete a final capstone presentation highlighting their learnings and contributions.

What You’ll Do

• Support project managers and superintendents with daily project tasks
• Gain exposure to LG Development, LG Builders, LG Design, and affiliated ventures
• Participate in both on-site fieldwork and in-office operations
• Assist in project tracking, reporting, and coordination with subcontractors
• Contribute to ongoing construction administration tasks (RFIs, submittals, scheduling)
• Attend stakeholder meetings and observe cross-functional collaboration
• Prepare and deliver a final presentation to LG leadership at the conclusion of the program

Key Learning Opportunities

• Understanding the lifecycle of a construction project from preconstruction through close-out
• Exposure to multiple project types across residential, commercial, and mixed-use builds
• Experience working directly with LG leaders including heads of construction, development, and estimating
• Insight into how LG’s culture of collaboration and innovation drives success

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Strong communicator, proactive, and eager to learn
• Interested in hands-on exposure to construction project management and field operations
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic environment

Program Details

• Start Date: Monday after Memorial Day
• End Date: Mid-August
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours), Monday–Friday
• Location: Mix of on-site project locations and LG Group's Chicago office
• Pay: $25/hour

LG GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

LG provides equal opportunity in all its employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity, and sexual orientation), color, religion, gender, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, or separation of employment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Design, Architecture, or related field
• Strong communicator, proactive, and eager to learn
• Interested in hands-on exposure to real estate, design, construction project management and/or field operations
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic environment