Construction Internships
Construction internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside working engineers and project managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Construction & Real Estate, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, F.H. Paschen, and ECS Limited among the employers posting roles now.
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About the Role
What You’ll Do
- Assist with RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, and project-related correspondence.
- Participate in site visits and help document site observations.
- Support pre-construction activities, punch lists, and permit coordination.
- Help maintain project logs, trackers, and other project documentation.
- Support coordination between contractors, Construction Administration professionals, and design teams.
- Assist project teams in addressing construction-related questions and issues.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on exposure to the construction phase of civil land development projects.
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, site observations, punch lists, permits, and project documentation.
- A better understanding of how civil designs translate into construction.
- Experience working alongside Construction Administration and design teams.
- Exposure to the coordination required to address construction-phase questions and keep projects moving.
What You’ll Bring
- A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Initiative and the ability to coordinate effectively with other members of the project team.
Build practical Construction Administration experience at Bohler while seeing firsthand how civil projects move from design into construction.
Who You Are
Why Bohler
Compensation and Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) match of 1:1 up to 6%
- Paid time off and holidays
- Eligibility for bi-annual performance bonuses and annual salary reviews/adjustments
- Office and company-wide events that provide a fun atmosphere
- Wellness programs, paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, life insurance, and more
Work Authorization
Equal Opportunity Statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in an interview, please contact us at accommodations@bohlereng.com.
About the Role
What You’ll Do
- Assist with RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, and project-related correspondence.
- Participate in site visits and help document site observations.
- Support pre-construction activities, punch lists, and permit coordination.
- Help maintain project logs, trackers, and other project documentation.
- Support coordination between contractors, Construction Administration professionals, and design teams.
- Assist project teams in addressing construction-related questions and issues.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on exposure to the construction phase of civil land development projects.
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, site observations, punch lists, permits, and project documentation.
- A better understanding of how civil designs translate into construction.
- Experience working alongside Construction Administration and design teams.
- Exposure to the coordination required to address construction-phase questions and keep projects moving.
What You’ll Bring
- A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Initiative and the ability to coordinate effectively with other members of the project team.
Build practical Construction Administration experience at Bohler while seeing firsthand how civil projects move from design into construction.
Who You Are
Why Bohler
Compensation and Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) match of 1:1 up to 6%
- Paid time off and holidays
- Eligibility for bi-annual performance bonuses and annual salary reviews/adjustments
- Office and company-wide events that provide a fun atmosphere
- Wellness programs, paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, life insurance, and more
Work Authorization
Equal Opportunity Statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in an interview, please contact us at accommodations@bohlereng.com.
Construction Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company15
- F.H. Paschen11
- ECS Limited8
- Greystar4
- ARCO a Family of Construction Companies4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Construction Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role seems urgent
Large general contractors, engineering firms, and infrastructure companies fill summer intern cohorts the preceding fall, often before December. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Checking listings from September onward puts you ahead of candidates who wait until spring.
Build a portfolio before you need it
Construction intern hiring teams want evidence of technical ability, not just a list of courses. Document two or three class projects with the tools you used, CAD drawings, site plans, structural analyses, or project schedules, and organize them so you can share them quickly when an application asks for work samples.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity reaches employers who never recruit on campus at all.
Practice the construction intern interview before you apply
Construction intern screens typically combine technical questions on materials, methods, or project sequencing with behavioral questions about how you handled a problem on a team project. Practice out loud, walking through your reasoning on each answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer you reach.
Target structured rotational programs first
Larger general contractors and engineering firms run cohort or rotational internship programs designed to train people new to the field, moving interns through estimating, field operations, scheduling, and project controls in a single term. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your interests and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 77% of the construction internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take.
Construction Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a construction internship?
Lead with coursework, class projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level and want something concrete to assess. For construction candidates, that means a design or CAD portfolio, site documentation, or project write-ups showing tools and outcomes. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a construction internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for construction interns is consistent performance on real project work, whether the team has open headcount, and how early you signal interest before the return-offer window closes. Position for one by treating every assignment as a portfolio piece, but have other options in parallel.
When should I apply for construction internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, general contractors, engineering firms, and infrastructure companies with structured summer cohorts, recruit the preceding fall, often before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both waves.
Are construction internships paid?
Most professional construction internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are rare in the field and typically limited to academic credit situations at smaller firms.
What should a construction internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history, name the tools used and link to or describe where the work can be seen, whether that is a CAD portfolio, a design or structural analysis, or a site-management case study. Add relevant coursework below your projects and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote construction internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 23% of the construction internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see them without sorting through every listing.
What is a construction management rotational internship?
Rotational internship programs at large general contractors and engineering firms move interns through multiple project types or functional areas, estimating, field operations, scheduling, and project controls, over one summer or co-op term. They target people new to the industry and are designed to build broad exposure fast. These programs recruit early and fill competitive cohorts quickly, so apply in the first wave when they open.
Can international students get construction internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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