Summer Construction Project Intern (Design/Build)

mechanicalsolutions; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Electric & Systems is offering an internship for Summer 2027 in St. Louis, MO. The role focuses on supporting project management across design/build electrical construction projects nationwide.

You will work with engineers, planners, and subcontractors to help manage schedules, forecasts, and documentation while fostering a safety-first culture. Ideal candidates are undergraduate students with a foundational understanding of construction principles, strong problem-solving skills, and a

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university.
• Foundational understanding of construction principles and practices.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and solve problems.
• Experience with subcontracts or self-perform work is a plus.
• Committed to safety-first culture.
• Willingness to travel nationwide.
• Physically capable of navigating active construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate 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

Collaborative work

Leadership potential

Self-motivation

Safety-first

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

Vision Electric & Systems is offering an internship for Summer 2027 in St. Louis, MO. The role focuses on supporting project management across design/build electrical construction projects nationwide.

You will work with engineers, planners, and subcontractors to help manage schedules, forecasts, and documentation while fostering a safety-first culture. Ideal candidates are undergraduate students with a foundational understanding of construction principles, strong problem-solving skills, and a