Construction Intern Jobs in Michigan

Construction Intern jobs in Michigan are concentrated in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and residential development keeps demand steady across entry and pre-graduation levels. Established employers with a consistent Michigan presence include Barton Malow, Walbridge, and the Turner Construction Michigan operations, all of which recruit interns seasonally for project management support, field coordination, and estimating. The most in-demand specialties are commercial construction, civil infrastructure, and sustainable building, reflecting the state's ongoing investment in urban redevelopment and transportation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerSpence Brothers
Top cityGrand Rapids, MI
Cities hiring14
Work type67% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Construction Intern- Summer 2027
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Construction Intern- Summer 2027
Meijer
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Construction Inspection Intern
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Construction Inspection Intern
Colliers Engineering & Design
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
1,001-5,000

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2027 Construction Project Management Intern
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2027 Construction Project Management Intern
Trane Technologies
Livonia, Michigan
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
Hybrid
Master's degree
10,000+

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2027 Construction Project Management Intern
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2027 Construction Project Management Intern
Trane Technologies
Flint, Michigan
Business Operations
Human Resources
Project Management
Hybrid
Master's degree
10,000+

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Construction Services Intern - Summer 2027 (Detroit, MI)
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Construction Services Intern - Summer 2027 (Detroit, MI)
Brown and Caldwell
Troy, Michigan
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$18.4 - $30.2/hr
Hybrid
Military encouraged
1,001-5,000

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Construction Intern Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Grand Rapids
7 jobs
Detroit
3 jobs
Novi
2 jobs
Troy
2 jobs
Livonia
2 jobs
Flint
1 job
Lansing
1 job
Portage
1 job
Saginaw
1 job

Construction Intern Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

Spence Brothers3 open roles
Kroger2 open roles
Rockford2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

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

  • Current enrollment in an accredited construction management, civil engineering, or architecture program
  • Familiarity with construction drawing interpretation and blueprint reading fundamentals
  • Basic proficiency with project management or estimating software such as Procore or Bluebeam
  • Ability to work on active job sites and comply with OSHA 10 safety requirements
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with project teams
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to reach Michigan project sites

Construction Intern Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction intern in Michigan?

Most Michigan construction internships require active enrollment in a construction management, civil engineering, or architecture program at an accredited Michigan university such as Michigan State, Lawrence Technological University, or the University of Michigan. No state-issued intern license is required, but completing OSHA 10 training before applying gives candidates a clear edge. Employers typically recruit through campus career fairs in the fall and spring semesters, so building those connections early matters.

Which companies hire construction interns in Michigan?

Employers hiring construction interns in Michigan right now include Spence Brothers, Kroger, and Rockford, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's strong base of regional general contractors and Detroit-area development projects means internship openings appear throughout the year, with the heaviest volume in spring ahead of summer construction season.

Which Michigan cities have the most construction intern jobs?

Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Novi lead Michigan for construction intern openings, driven by Detroit's ongoing commercial and infrastructure redevelopment, Grand Rapids' booming residential and mixed-use construction market, and Lansing's concentration of public-sector and institutional building projects tied to state government and Michigan State University.

Are there remote construction intern jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction intern roles are fundamentally site-based, so most positions require physical presence on Michigan job sites or in regional offices. About 67% of construction intern openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be limited to estimating, scheduling, or design coordination tasks that can be handled from a desktop.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to summer internship programs run by Michigan-based general contractors like Barton Malow or Walbridge, which regularly recruit students with no prior site experience. Earning your OSHA 10 certification before applying signals job-site readiness and removes a common barrier. Adjacent roles such as construction laborer or project administrator assistant can also open doors, and university co-op programs at Lawrence Tech and Michigan State connect students directly to employer partners across the state.

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

You can find and apply to construction intern jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your program year, availability, and preferred Michigan metro, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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