CTE Internship

PC Construction Company • Portland, ME

3d • Onsite

About The Position

PC Construction is seeking motivated high school students who are currently enrolled in a Construction, Building Trades, or CTE program, as well as recent graduates interested in a construction career. The internship provides paid, hands-on field experience and professional mentorship during the school year or summer months, and is designed to support school work-based learning requirements. Eligible students may receive high school CTE/Co-Op credit.

Interns work alongside experienced construction professionals on active project sites in Vermont and Maine. Projects may include renovations, new construction, heavy civil work, and industrial upgrades, offering exposure to multiple trades and varied jobsite tasks in a safety-focused, supportive environment. The position is available full-time or part-time, with scheduling flexible around high school CTE schedules. Compensation is $20–$22 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be a current high school junior or senior enrolled in an approved Construction, Building Trades, or CTE program, or a recent graduate interested in pursuing a career in construction.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work safely in an active construction environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• Appropriate work boots.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general carpentry, material handling, site organization, and other construction-related activities under the supervision of experienced construction professionals.
• Gain exposure to construction drawings, jobsite operations, hand and power tools, safety procedures, and project coordination.
• Work alongside craftspeople, foremen, and project teams on active construction sites.
• Develop practical construction skills and learn industry safety standards.
• Strengthen communication and teamwork abilities and explore construction career opportunities.

Benefits

• $20–$22 per hour
• Eligible for high school CTE/Co-Op credit
• Professional mentorship
• Hands-on field experience that may support future employment, apprenticeships, certifications, or continued education in the trades

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED