Summer Construction Intern: Field & Project Experience

Mechanical Solutions Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-office gym

Personal training sessions

Yoga classes

Massage therapist

Game room

Job summary

TW Constructors offers a paid internship in St. Louis, Missouri, where you will shadow project engineers, project managers, estimators, and safety professionals. You will participate in active job site visits, hands-on work experience, and valuable safety training.

You will support the team from conceptual stages through project closeout, gaining exposure to budgeting, scheduling, cost management, change orders, RFIs, and preconstruction planning with guidance from experienced leaders.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university.
• Foundational understanding of construction principles and practices.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with diverse teams.
• Experience with subcontracts, subcontractors, or self-perform work is a plus.
• Creative, results-driven, and able to work with a sense of urgency.
• Prior internship or project engineering experience on projects valued at $5 million or more (design-build experience preferred).
• Committed to upholding and promoting a Safety-First culture.
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically capable of navigating active construction sites, including walking, climbing ladders, and accessing multi-floor scaffolding.
• Fast-paced work environment—appropriate job site footwear and attire required.
• Projects are located nationwide; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong relationships with clients and subcontractors to support project success.
• Collaborate with engineers and planners to develop and maintain project schedules.
• Support the creation of accurate project forecasts and budgets.
• Oversee cost management, change orders, RFIs, and other project documentation.
• Take ownership of project execution and delivery.
• Contribute to preconstruction planning, quality assurance, and safety initiatives.
• Assist senior project managers in overseeing construction activities.
• You will have leadership and guidance to support project teams throughout all phases.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Entrepreneurial mindset

Physical ability

Travel flexibility

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

TW Constructors offers a paid internship in St. Louis, Missouri, where you will shadow project engineers, project managers, estimators, and safety professionals. You will participate in active job site visits, hands-on work experience, and valuable safety training.

You will support the team from conceptual stages through project closeout, gaining exposure to budgeting, scheduling, cost management, change orders, RFIs, and preconstruction planning with guidance from experienced leaders.