Internships

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Build your future with southeastern NC’s legacy contractor.

12 Weeks | May–August 2027

Apply by March 15

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Program Overview

Our 12-week internship immerses you in real-world construction management. Interns work on active job sites, learn industry software, and gain hands-on experience alongside seasoned professionals.

Weeks

1/2

Orientation & Foundations

  • Support project scheduling and cost tracking
  • Company history, mission, and safety protocols
  • OSHA 10 Certification (if not already certified)
  • Software training: Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project
  • Site visits to current projects
Weeks

3/10

On-the-Job Training

Project Management:

  • Support project scheduling and cost tracking
  • Assist in RFI/submittal processes

 

Estimating & Preconstruction:

  • Review project plans and assist with take-offs and bids

Field Supervision:

  • Shadow superintendents and foremen
  • Participate in daily site walk-throughs and subcontractor meetings

 

Quality & Safety:

  • Support Superintendents with safety audits and inspections
Week

11

Capstone Project

Interns develop and present a real-world improvement plan or case study based on their experience (e.g., efficiency improvements, safety innovations, workflow recommendations)

Week

12

Presentation & Pathways

  • Final presentations to leadership
  • Performance evaluations and feedback sessions
  • Career pathway discussions and potential full-time offers
What You'll

Learn

Project Management:

Get hands-on with RFIs, scheduling, and cost tracking

Field Supervision:

Shadow superintendents; join walk-throughs and subcontractor meetings

Estimating & Preconstruction:

Assist with plan reviews, take-offs, and bids

Quality & Safety

Support audits and inspections (OSHA training included)

Capstone Project

Develop and present a site-driven improvement plan to leadership

What You'll

Gain

Experience on active projects
Mentorship & networking
Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, & MS Project
Exposure to every phase of construction management
What You'll

Earn

Paid internship with housing options available for qualifying students.

How to Apply

Required materials:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Academic Transcript — unofficial accepted
  • 1 Letter of Recommendation — academic or professional

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