Construction Intern Jobs in Colorado
Construction Intern jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where rapid commercial development, infrastructure expansion, and Front Range urban growth keep demand steady across residential, civil, and commercial construction. Large contractors and developers with lasting Colorado footprints, including Hensel Phelps, Kiewit, and Saunders Construction, regularly bring on interns in project management, field operations, and site surveying. Openings exist for candidates ranging from first-year students to upperclassmen completing capstone requirements in construction management or civil engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Construction Consultant - Intern
About Aperture
Aperture is a national firm comprised of premier forensic and consulting experts. We deliver objective, accurate analysis across incidents, operations, and business challenges. Our multidisciplinary teams uncover what happened, why it happened, and what it means by using proven methodologies, advanced technology, and uncompromised integrity.
Description
Aperture LLC is currently interviewing for a Construction Consultant – Intern for the Denver, Colorado office. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong interest in construction consulting management. Candidates should feel comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative consulting environment, which requires a high degree of self-motivation, professionalism, organization, responsiveness, and resilience.
Job Summary:
As a Construction Consultant - Intern, you will perform detailed analysis of construction claims seeking damages resulting from changes, disruption, preparation, and delays to a project. You will perform schedule analysis, change order review, cost estimating, damages analysis, and report writing. You will develop claims and expert reports under the direction of the Managing Consultants, with the goal of the new consultant signing reports, providing pre-trial advice to clients and attorneys, and providing deposition and trial testimony during litigation.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Works directly with attorneys and clients to foster relationships, understand and perform schedule and cost analysis, and issue resolution;
- Contract interpretation on scope, notice, schedule, delay, change order, and claim development requirements;
- Writing professional reports to be reviewed by the Managing Consultant;
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, Accounting or Finance; or working towards your Bachelor’s degree;
- Strong organizational skills and attitude to deliver results;
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills and able to interact effectively with technical and non-technical people;
- Mathematically and technologically inclined with the ability to adapt to new environments or scenarios quickly;
- Ability to work remotely or while traveling to different job sites.
Physical Requirements
- This position requires that you have the physical ability to perform all of the following functions: Climb ladders, walk on roofs, enter and work in confined spaces, work outdoors in hot or cold weather, lift up to 50 pounds, use necessary safety equipment,
- perform duties that may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, or squatting for prolonged periods of time
- Employee may be required to travel for business purposes.
- The ability to sit at a desk up to 80% of the time
- The ability to stand and walk up to 20% of the time
- The ability to be confined in a small area, such as a cubicle
- The ability to operate phones and computers
AAP/EEO Statement
Aperture is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoff, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities, and conflict resolution.
It is also the policy of Aperture to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.
Aperture is committed to adhering to its obligations to reasonably accommodate both employees and applicants under the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Construction Consultant - Intern
About Aperture
Aperture is a national firm comprised of premier forensic and consulting experts. We deliver objective, accurate analysis across incidents, operations, and business challenges. Our multidisciplinary teams uncover what happened, why it happened, and what it means by using proven methodologies, advanced technology, and uncompromised integrity.
Description
Aperture LLC is currently interviewing for a Construction Consultant – Intern for the Denver, Colorado office. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong interest in construction consulting management. Candidates should feel comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative consulting environment, which requires a high degree of self-motivation, professionalism, organization, responsiveness, and resilience.
Job Summary:
As a Construction Consultant - Intern, you will perform detailed analysis of construction claims seeking damages resulting from changes, disruption, preparation, and delays to a project. You will perform schedule analysis, change order review, cost estimating, damages analysis, and report writing. You will develop claims and expert reports under the direction of the Managing Consultants, with the goal of the new consultant signing reports, providing pre-trial advice to clients and attorneys, and providing deposition and trial testimony during litigation.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Works directly with attorneys and clients to foster relationships, understand and perform schedule and cost analysis, and issue resolution;
- Contract interpretation on scope, notice, schedule, delay, change order, and claim development requirements;
- Writing professional reports to be reviewed by the Managing Consultant;
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, Accounting or Finance; or working towards your Bachelor’s degree;
- Strong organizational skills and attitude to deliver results;
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills and able to interact effectively with technical and non-technical people;
- Mathematically and technologically inclined with the ability to adapt to new environments or scenarios quickly;
- Ability to work remotely or while traveling to different job sites.
Physical Requirements
- This position requires that you have the physical ability to perform all of the following functions: Climb ladders, walk on roofs, enter and work in confined spaces, work outdoors in hot or cold weather, lift up to 50 pounds, use necessary safety equipment,
- perform duties that may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, or squatting for prolonged periods of time
- Employee may be required to travel for business purposes.
- The ability to sit at a desk up to 80% of the time
- The ability to stand and walk up to 20% of the time
- The ability to be confined in a small area, such as a cubicle
- The ability to operate phones and computers
AAP/EEO Statement
Aperture is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoff, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities, and conflict resolution.
It is also the policy of Aperture to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.
Aperture is committed to adhering to its obligations to reasonably accommodate both employees and applicants under the Americans With Disabilities Act.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction intern jobs across Colorado.
- Current enrollment in a construction management, civil engineering, or related degree program
- Familiarity with construction documentation software such as Procore or Bluebeam
- Ability to work on active job sites and meet OSHA 10 safety training requirements
- Strong understanding of blueprint reading and construction plan interpretation
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to reach Colorado project sites
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word, for project reporting
Construction Intern Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction intern in Colorado?
Becoming a construction intern in Colorado starts with enrollment in an accredited construction management, civil engineering, or architecture program at a Colorado university such as Colorado State University, CU Boulder, or Colorado School of Mines. Most employers require active enrollment, a minimum GPA, and completion of foundational coursework in project management or structural systems. Earning an OSHA 10 certification before applying gives candidates a concrete advantage and is often listed as a preferred qualification in Colorado postings.
Which companies hire construction interns in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring construction interns in Colorado include Simon, DN, and Kroger, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's strong pipeline of commercial, transportation, and mixed-use development projects means established general contractors and specialty subcontractors consistently maintain internship programs throughout the year.
Which Colorado cities have the most construction intern jobs?
The cities with the most construction intern openings in Colorado are Denver, Lakewood, and Aurora. Denver drives the largest share of postings thanks to ongoing light rail expansion, commercial redevelopment along the I-25 corridor, and a dense concentration of regional contractor offices, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins reflect active residential and civic construction tied to military base adjacency and university-driven growth respectively.
Are there remote construction intern jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 40% of construction intern openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how heavily the role depends on physical site presence. The portions of the work most likely to be performed off-site include plan review, submittal coordination, scheduling support, and project documentation tasks handled from a company office rather than the field.
How can I get hired as a construction intern in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to summer internship programs run by large Colorado general contractors such as Hensel Phelps, Kiewit, or Saunders Construction, which are designed for students with no prior field experience. Positions in submittal logging, RFI tracking, and jobsite safety observation serve as common starting points. Holding an OSHA 10 card and completing any hands-on coursework, even a single field methods course, strengthens an application considerably when professional experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to construction intern jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to construction intern jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your program year and area of focus, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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