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Construction manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience on active job sites, mentorship from working construction managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are posted across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with ARCO a Family of Construction Companies and EMCOR among the employers posting roles now.
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Are you looking to use your engineering background to solve client needs? Are you always thinking outside the box? Do you enjoy managing a project from start up to completion? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you.
ARCO/Murray is looking for highly motivated Project Manager Interns who are passionate about the construction process to join the team for the Summer of 2027. At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success. You’ll be responsible for project performance and profit from day one!
We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.
- Competitive hourly rate (with overtime possible)
- One-on-one mentorship
- Structured training program
- Opportunity to travel
- Opportunity for term-end discretionary bonus
- Stipend provided for interns living outside of market
- A $5,000 bonus should you join ARCO/Murray fulltime after graduation
ARCO offers an exciting Intern opportunity for highly motivated students. A Project Manager Intern will assist Project Managers with the following:
- Estimating – Describing project proposals and assigning dollar values to the projects.
- Scheduling – Creating a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
- Design meetings – Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design pro structural engineers, architects.
- Buyout – Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors. Receive and evaluate proposals, then award subcontracts.
- Shop Drawing and Submittal Review – Review subcontractor drawings with Project Manager and design team and communicate with subs on upcoming work.
- Billing – Work with Project Manager to understand the business side of building such as managing subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, pay applications, and owning projects cost status.
- Jobsite Visits – Visit jobsite with Project Manager and work with Project Superintendent’s to ensure the project is running smoothly.
- Weekly Training Sessions – As an ARCO/Murray Project Manager Intern, weekly training sessions are provided to ensure the Intern team has a clear understanding of their role and how the business operates. Many training courses emphasize growing a deeper knowledge of building trades and how to leverage an engineering background to solve clients needs as a design/builder. Training is held virtually, in-person, at jobsites, and self-guided.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Engineering program or related field of study
- Prior industry internship experience is a plus
- Extracurricular involvement is a plus
At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.
Are you looking to use your engineering background to solve client needs? Are you always thinking outside the box? Do you enjoy managing a project from start up to completion? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you.
ARCO/Murray is looking for highly motivated Project Manager Interns who are passionate about the construction process to join the team for the Summer of 2027. At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success. You’ll be responsible for project performance and profit from day one!
We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.
- Competitive hourly rate (with overtime possible)
- One-on-one mentorship
- Structured training program
- Opportunity to travel
- Opportunity for term-end discretionary bonus
- Stipend provided for interns living outside of market
- A $5,000 bonus should you join ARCO/Murray fulltime after graduation
ARCO offers an exciting Intern opportunity for highly motivated students. A Project Manager Intern will assist Project Managers with the following:
- Estimating – Describing project proposals and assigning dollar values to the projects.
- Scheduling – Creating a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
- Design meetings – Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design pro structural engineers, architects.
- Buyout – Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors. Receive and evaluate proposals, then award subcontracts.
- Shop Drawing and Submittal Review – Review subcontractor drawings with Project Manager and design team and communicate with subs on upcoming work.
- Billing – Work with Project Manager to understand the business side of building such as managing subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, pay applications, and owning projects cost status.
- Jobsite Visits – Visit jobsite with Project Manager and work with Project Superintendent’s to ensure the project is running smoothly.
- Weekly Training Sessions – As an ARCO/Murray Project Manager Intern, weekly training sessions are provided to ensure the Intern team has a clear understanding of their role and how the business operates. Many training courses emphasize growing a deeper knowledge of building trades and how to leverage an engineering background to solve clients needs as a design/builder. Training is held virtually, in-person, at jobsites, and self-guided.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Engineering program or related field of study
- Prior industry internship experience is a plus
- Extracurricular involvement is a plus
At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.
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Tips for Your Construction Manager Internship Search
Apply before fall semester ends for summer roles
Large general contractors, ENR-ranked firms, and public agency programs recruit summer interns the preceding fall, and cohorts close before spring. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so checking listings consistently throughout the year lets you catch both cycles.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for construction manager interns look for documented evidence of real work, not a long employment history. Compile two or three projects that show site plans, schedules, cost estimates, or CAD drawings with the software you used. A linked portfolio or PDF gives recruiters something concrete to assess when your work history is limited.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied directly 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 your campus activity widens the pool you reach and increases the chance of landing an interview.
Practice the construction manager intern interview format out loud
Construction manager intern screens typically include technical questions on scheduling, cost control, or construction sequencing, plus scenario-based questions about site safety or subcontractor coordination. Practice answering out loud and walking through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as the final answer you reach.
Construction Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a construction manager internship?
Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented project portfolio showing site plans, cost estimates, or construction drawings gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where employer representatives often move faster for students they meet face to face.
Can a construction manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and having the return-offer conversation before the internship ends. Position for one by treating every assignment as a sample of your full-time work without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for construction manager internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, including national general contractors and engineering firms, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with some programs closing before the calendar year turns. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and monitoring the listings consistently pays off.
Are construction manager internships paid?
Most professional construction manager internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, sector, and location, and reflects whether the role is full-time during the summer or part-time during the academic year. Where an employer discloses the rate, it appears directly in the listing.
What should a construction manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects with the tools used, your specific contribution, and a link to deliverables where possible, such as a CAD portfolio, site-plan drawings, or a cost-estimate spreadsheet. Add relevant coursework in construction methods, scheduling software like Primavera or Procore, and structural systems. Keep the resume to one page.
What is a construction management rotational internship?
Some large general contractors and program management firms run structured rotational internships that move participants through field operations, estimating, and project engineering over one or two summers. These programs are designed for candidates new to the industry, recruit heavily from accredited construction management and engineering programs, and open applications months before the summer start date, so apply in the first wave.
Can international students get construction manager 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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