Virtual Design & Construction Intern

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company offers an internship in construction technology focused on VDC practices and digital tools. Interns will split time between office work and active project sites, with possible relocation to remote sites.

Applicants should expect 40 hours per week for 10–12 weeks and may receive housing in certain situations. Interns will learn to use 3D modeling, VR/AR, 4D scheduling, and laser scanning while collaborating with project teams to mitigate conflicts and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student with interest in VDC and Digital Technologies.
• Willingness to work on office and job site locations, including potential relocation.
• Transportation is required for this internship.

Responsibilities

• Learn how technology enhances construction processes in the field and office.
• Assist with 3D modeling, rendering, and 4D/5D scheduling tasks.
• Support with coordination among architects, engineers, and trades.

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Sketchup

Autodesk CAD

Revit

Navisworks Manage

Job description

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.

• 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
• Developing 3D as-built deliverables
• 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
• Punchlist & project closeout
• 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.

Salary Range

$18.51 - $25.91