Intern Construction Management

Global Infrastructure•Chicago, IL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

TYLin is seeking a Construction Management Intern for its Chicago office for Summer 2027. The intern will work in the field on transportation and infrastructure construction projects under the close supervision of senior construction engineers. The role provides hands-on experience with construction observation, field inspection, reporting, and project documentation. Work will take place at construction sites across Northern Illinois, and the intern is responsible for transportation to and from the sites.

Requirements

Be a current third-year undergraduate pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Demonstrate exceptional organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and professional interactions with clients and colleagues.
Be able to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrate integrity and ethical, fair, and responsible behavior.
Show commitment to innovation and continuous learning.
Be able to travel to construction sites across Northern Illinois; the candidate is responsible for transportation to and from project sites.
Have the ability to perform basic calculations for determining yield, quantities, and similar values.

Responsibilities

Inspect and oversee construction activities.
Measure and document construction activities to verify compliance with project plans and specifications.
Coordinate activities with onsite inspectors and inform the Resident Engineer about construction progress and potential problem areas.
Apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete tasks as part of a broader assignment.
Inspect materials delivered to project sites and monitor contractor work progress and schedules.
Complete contract documentation duties, which may include field measurements of pay items and daily inspection reports.
Perform basic calculations to determine yields, quantities, and related values.