Construction Intern – AECOM Hunt

AECOM•Chicago, IL

1h•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM Hunt is seeking a Construction Intern to be based in multiple locations across the US. This internship is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience in construction management, applying standard techniques and procedures under the guidance of experienced staff. Interns will support project teams with daily construction management and field activities, assist with planning and coordination of subcontractor activities, and monitor construction for conformance with project plans, specifications, schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements. The role involves reviewing project documentation, utilizing construction management systems, monitoring project schedules, and supporting coordination between various project stakeholders. Interns will participate in jobsite meetings, assist with quality control efforts, and support safety program implementation. The program aims to develop professional knowledge, technical and professional skills, and offers networking opportunities within a global firm focused on innovation and sustainability.

Requirements

Candidates must be actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree, recommended majors include and not limited to, construction management, engineering, architecture or other related field of study.
Candidates must have completed at least one year of study.
Those who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and who plan to continue their studies in the future are also eligible to apply for this position.
Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the last school term and have an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Ability to follow direction and manage specific tasks to completion
Ability to learn new technologies and concepts
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Willing to work a variety of tasks alone or as part of a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Prior construction internship experience

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of assignments designed to develop professional construction management knowledge and capabilities, applying standard techniques, procedures, and project processes under the direction of experienced project staff.
Support Project Managers, Superintendents, Project Engineers, and other project team members with day-to-day construction management and field activities.
Assist with the planning and coordination of subcontractor activities within an assigned area of responsibility.
Support field teams in monitoring construction activities for conformance with project plans, specifications, schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Assist with reviewing project documentation, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, project logs, daily reports, and other construction records.
Utilize construction management systems and project technology to support documentation, record keeping, communication, and project tracking.
Assist with monitoring project schedules, work sequences, manpower, material deliveries, equipment requirements, and other project planning activities.
Support coordination and communication between field management, project management, estimating, procurement, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
Participate in jobsite meetings, coordination meetings, site walks, inspections, and other project activities as appropriate.
Assist project teams with quality control efforts by observing construction activities and helping verify that work is completed in accordance with project requirements.
Support implementation of project safety programs and become familiar with company policies, procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.
Assist with preparation of reports, logs, meeting documentation, and other project deliverables while keeping assigned supervisors informed of progress.
When appropriate, interact with owners, architects, design professionals, subcontractors, and other project partners under the guidance of project leadership.
Follow direction from senior staff, manage assigned tasks through completion, and meet required schedules while producing accurate, quality work.
Continuously expand professional knowledge of construction operations, project management, technology, safety, quality, and other areas of the business.