Construction Intern Jobs in Iowa

Construction Intern jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City, where commercial development, infrastructure expansion, and university campus projects drive consistent demand from entry level to upper-level internship positions. Large contractors and owners with deep Iowa roots, including Knutson Construction, Weitz Company, and the Iowa Department of Transportation, regularly bring on construction interns for field, project management, and estimating work. Residential framing, civil infrastructure, and commercial tenant improvement are among the most active specialties for interns across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles64
Top employerCVS Health
Top cityIowa City, IA
Cities hiring25
Work type57% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Walgreens
Pharmacy Intern Grad
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Walgreens
New 29m ago
Pharmacy Intern Grad
Walgreens
Clive, Iowa
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service & Support
Pharmacy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$33 - $45/hr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Planned Parenthood
Iowa Electoral Intern
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Planned Parenthood
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Iowa Electoral Intern
Planned Parenthood
Des Moines, Iowa
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
$17/hr
On-Site
High School
501-1,000

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Hy-Vee, Inc.
Retail Pharmacy Intern
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Hy-Vee, Inc.
Added 1d ago
Retail Pharmacy Intern
Hy-Vee, Inc.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Lesaffre North America
Maintenance Intern
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Lesaffre North America
Added 1d ago
Maintenance Intern
Lesaffre North America
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
501-1,000

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Hy-Vee, Inc.
Retail Pharmacy Intern
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Hy-Vee, Inc.
Added 3d ago
Retail Pharmacy Intern
Hy-Vee, Inc.
West Des Moines, Iowa
Corporate Training
Learning & Development
Project Management
10,000+

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Construction Intern Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Iowa City
8 jobs
Dubuque
6 jobs
Des Moines
6 jobs
Cedar Rapids
5 jobs
Ankeny
4 jobs
Altoona
4 jobs
West Des Moines
4 jobs
Ames
3 jobs
Waterloo
3 jobs

Construction Intern Job Market in Iowa

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

Who's Hiring

CVS Health
CVS Health9 open roles
Enterprise Mobility
Enterprise Mobility8 open roles
Hy-Vee
Hy-Vee7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Iowa Employers Look For

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

  • Current enrollment in an accredited Iowa construction management or civil engineering program
  • Basic proficiency with construction drawings, blueprints, and project specifications
  • Familiarity with OSHA 10-hour construction safety certification or willingness to obtain it
  • Experience or coursework in estimating, scheduling, or project management software such as Procore
  • Valid Iowa driver's license and ability to travel to active job sites
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with field crews and project teams

Construction Intern Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction intern in Iowa?

Becoming a construction intern in Iowa typically starts with enrollment in an accredited construction management, civil engineering, or architecture program at an Iowa institution such as Iowa State University, University of Iowa, or Iowa Lakes Community College. Most Iowa employers prefer candidates who have completed at least one year of coursework. Obtaining an OSHA 10-hour construction safety certification before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that many Iowa contractors require before an intern sets foot on a job site.

Which companies hire construction interns in Iowa?

Employers hiring construction interns in Iowa right now include CVS Health, Enterprise Mobility, and Hy-Vee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Iowa's mix of large general contractors, state infrastructure agencies, and university facilities departments means internship openings appear across both private commercial projects and publicly funded work throughout the year.

Which Iowa cities have the most construction intern jobs?

The Iowa cities with the most construction intern openings are Iowa City, Dubuque, and Des Moines. Des Moines anchors demand as the state's largest commercial and government construction market, Cedar Rapids draws activity from food manufacturing and industrial facility projects, and Iowa City benefits from ongoing University of Iowa campus and healthcare construction that keeps contractor rosters stocked with interns year-round.

Are there remote construction intern jobs in Iowa?

Yes, but they're rare. About 43% of construction intern openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how hands-on and site-dependent most construction intern duties are. The portions of the role most likely to carry a remote or hybrid option are estimating, scheduling, and document control tasks that can be performed from a home office or university location between site visits.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to summer internship programs run by major Iowa general contractors, which are designed specifically for students with no prior field experience. Companies like Weitz Company and Knutson Construction recruit directly from Iowa State University and other Iowa programs, accepting applicants with only foundational coursework completed. Volunteering for Habitat for Humanity of Iowa chapters also builds hands-on site exposure that hiring managers recognize, and completing an OSHA 10-hour certification before interviewing signals job-site readiness even without paid experience.

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

You can find and apply to construction intern jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills, preferred location, and availability, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account creation is needed to view or apply to the positions listed.

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