Construction Intern Jobs in California

Construction Intern jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and residential development keeps demand steady at every level from first-semester students to final-year graduates. Major employers with a lasting California presence include Turner Construction, Swinerton Builders, and Webcor, all of which regularly bring on interns for project management support, field observation, and estimating. The most sought-after specialties in California listings are sustainable building practices, BIM coordination, and civil infrastructure work tied to the state's ongoing public transit and water projects. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles25
Top employerSuffolk Construction
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring16
Work type75% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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CDM Smith
Bachelors/Masters - Construction Intern (Summer 2027!)
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Bachelors/Masters - Construction Intern (Summer 2027!)
CDM Smith
Rancho Cucamonga, California
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$26.27 - $45.84/hr
5,001-10,000

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DPR Construction
Construction Intern
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Construction Intern
DPR Construction
Santa Clara, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$21.12 - $46/hr
No high school diploma
10,000+

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Ankura
University Intern, Construction, Disputes & Advisory
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University Intern, Construction, Disputes & Advisory
Ankura
Los Angeles, California
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
Construction Management Intern - Regional
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Construction Management Intern - Regional
ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
San Jose, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support

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Disney Experiences
WDI Construction Management Intern, Spring 2027
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WDI Construction Management Intern, Spring 2027
Disney Experiences
Anaheim, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$31 - $36/hr

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Construction Intern Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
5 jobs
San Jose
3 jobs
San Francisco
3 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs
Chino
1 job
Anaheim
1 job
Compton
1 job
Concord
1 job
Altadena
1 job

Construction Intern Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Suffolk Construction
Suffolk Construction3 open roles
CDM Smith
CDM Smith2 open roles
HITT Contracting
HITT Contracting2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction intern jobs across California.

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited construction management, civil engineering, or architecture program
  • Familiarity with BIM software such as Autodesk Revit or Navisworks
  • Basic knowledge of construction documents, blueprints, and project scheduling
  • Ability to work on active job sites and comply with California OSHA safety requirements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools such as Procore
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for field and office coordination

Construction Intern Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction intern in California?

The most direct path is enrollment in an accredited construction management, civil engineering, or architecture program at a California university or community college. California does not require interns to hold a contractor's license, but familiarity with California Building Code and Cal/OSHA safety standards is expected on most job sites. Strong candidates supplement coursework with OSHA 10 certification, which many California employers treat as a prerequisite before an intern steps onto a live project.

Which companies hire construction interns in California?

Companies currently hiring construction interns in California include Suffolk Construction, CDM Smith, and HITT Contracting, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's volume of public infrastructure, commercial, and mixed-use development means large general contractors and specialty subcontractors alike maintain active intern pipelines throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most construction intern jobs?

Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Francisco account for the largest share of construction intern openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its dense commercial and transit development, the Bay Area draws interns into technology campus and infrastructure projects, and San Diego's military construction and life sciences facilities sustain consistent demand outside the two largest metros.

Are there remote construction intern jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction internships are predominantly site-based roles requiring physical presence for field observation, safety compliance, and hands-on coordination. About 25% of construction intern openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be estimating, BIM modeling, or administrative support functions that can be handled from a design office rather than a job site.

How can I get hired as a construction intern in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is applying directly to the structured intern programs that large California general contractors such as Swinerton, Webcor, and DPR Construction run for students with no prior site experience. California's community college construction technology programs also partner with local contractors for co-op placements. An OSHA 10 card and a basic Procore or Bluebeam certificate give candidates a concrete edge over equally inexperienced applicants, and lateral entry from roles like construction laborer or drafting assistant is a recognized path at many California firms.

Where can I find and apply to construction intern jobs in California?

You can find and apply to construction intern jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated in real time. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your program, location, and specialty, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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