VDC Intern

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company in; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing may be provided

Job summary

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is seeking an Intern to gain hands-on experience in Virtual Building practices and digital technologies while supporting VDC and project teams on real projects in Austin and Houston. The program trains newcomers and offers exposure to both office and field environments.

You will help with a range of tasks from 3D modeling and site logistics to mixed media and virtual collaboration, reporting to project leaders and coordinators.

Qualifications

• Open to undergraduate students pursuing a degree in construction, engineering, or related field.
• Interest in Virtual Building practices and digital technologies for construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist VDC and project teams through phases from initiation to turnover.
• Learn how technology enhances construction processes in field and office settings.
• Support with 3D modeling, site logistics planning, VR/AR, and 4D/5D scheduling tasks.

Skills

3D Modeling

Site Logistics Planning

Reality Capture

Virtual Building

Team Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate student (construction/engineering)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SketchUp

Autodesk CAD

Revit

Navisworks Manage

Job description

757 N. Eldridge Parkway, Suite 700, Houston, Texas, United States

Additional Locations

9737 Great Hill Trail, Suite 620, Austin, Texas, United States

Position Type

Intern

This internship is located in Austin, TX, to train with the VDC group while assisting with projects associated with the Houston, TX, office. The successful candidate will ultimately transfer to Houston.

PLEASE NOTE: Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.

What It Takes

Open to undergraduate students interested in gaining hands‑on practical experience in the construction field with a specialization in Virtual Building practices and Digital Technologies.

Qualified applicants will assist our VDC and project teams through all phases of a project—from initiation through turnover.

• Assignments include office and job site; relocation to a remote-sites may be required.
• Transportation is required.
• Work periods are 10-12 weeks; 40 hours/week.
• Housing may be provided in certain situations.

Intern Job Description

Reporting Relationship: Depending on the work assignment, interns will report to a VDC Manager, Project Manager, Superintendent, or VDC Engineer. You may be assigned to the office, jobsite or mix of both.

Tasks Assigned: You will be learning how technology enhances construction processes in addition to technical aspects of the project both in the field and in the office. Your experience will include some or all the following:

VDC- Specific Tasks

• 3D Modeling to support various use cases such as:
• Site Logistics Planning
• 3D printing applications
• Mixed media such as Virtual Reality, Augmented or Mixed Reality
• Virtual Mock-ups
• Existing Conditions Documentation
• Rendering and animations to support project visualization
• Creating phasing and 4D scheduling animations in different mediums
• 5D Model Quantity Takeoffs
• Assisting with Reality Capture and Laser Scanning
• Assisting with a Project’s Virtual Building Program to support 3D coordination of specific trade partners’ work prior to installation
• Working closely with Architect, Engineers and Owners to mitigate construction conflicts uncovered during the Virtual Building Process
• Supporting Prefabrication and Offsite construction practices
• Using a total station to support digital layout
• Creating composite drawings associated with the Virtual Building Program to support submittal and contract requirements
• Assisting with Integrated Digital Turnover and the development of digital twins

General Construction Tasks:

• Writing RFIs (Request for information) to support the Virtual Building Program
• Responding to subcontractor RFIs
• Interfacing with subcontractors
• Attending weekly meetings including but not limited to OAC, Virtual Building, Subcontractor and Team
• Assist with reviewing construction documents & specifications
• Assisting with reviewing all document revisions & clarifications
• Assisting with quality control & safety
• Cooperating & working with field project management
• And any other duties that may be assigned

Required Skills

Technical Capabilities

You should be familiar with the following software: Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint; Sketchup and Autodesk CAD, Revit, & Navisworks Manage.

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.