Advanced Facilities Intern - Estimating

Sundt•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

Sundt is seeking engineering and construction management students enrolled at accredited universities or colleges for an internship focused on the preconstruction phase of construction projects. The intern will gain hands-on construction industry experience and work closely with the Preconstruction and Operations teams to support planning and estimating activities. The role includes preparing proposals and bid packages, reviewing subcontractor bids and vendor proposals, organizing project documentation, participating in preconstruction meetings and site visits, and supporting quantity take-offs and cost estimates using modeling software. The intern will collaborate with operational leads, estimators, and other team members to complete preconstruction work accurately and on time. This is a non-safety-sensitive position. The role involves frequent interaction with people and technology, use of electronic communication and computer equipment, and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds. The employee may also stoop, kneel, or bend occasionally and may sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the duration of the workday.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Able and willing to take on challenges as a team player.
Eager to learn and curious.
Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Frequent use of hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects; occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift or workday.

Nice To Haves

Interest in pursuing a construction career with a builder.
Experience or familiarity with modeling software such as Revit, Navisworks, or similar.

Responsibilities

Aid in preparing proposals and presentations for potential clients.
Assist in analyzing subcontractor bids and vendor proposals to ensure they meet project requirements.
Assist in preparing and assembling bid packages, ensuring required documents, specifications, and requirements are included and accurately presented.
Attend and contribute to preconstruction meetings, take notes, and assist with follow-up tasks.
Organize and maintain project documents, including plans, specifications, and addendums.
Participate in site visits as needed to understand project conditions and requirements.
Support the estimating team with quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and bid packages.
Use modeling software such as Revit, Navisworks, or similar tools to develop quantities and support estimating.
Work with operational leads, estimators, and other team members to complete preconstruction activities accurately and on time.