Project Engineer Intern

Elford Inc • Columbus, OH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Elford is seeking motivated students to join its Charlotte, North Carolina team for Summer 2027 as Project Management Interns. The internship offers hands-on experience in commercial construction, with opportunities to work alongside experienced construction professionals, visit active job sites, and learn how projects are managed from start to finish. Interns contribute to real projects and gain exposure to project management and other areas of the business, including safety, estimating, finance, and marketing. The role includes office and job-site experience, training sessions, job-site tours, and planned intern events.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing.
• Interested in learning about commercial construction and project management.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions.
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a team environment.
• Eager to gain real-world experience both in the office and on job sites.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Project Management team on active construction projects.
• Gain hands-on experience with submittals, take-offs, project documentation, and budgeting.
• Attend job-site visits, project meetings, and owner meetings.
• Learn how project teams coordinate schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and daily operations.
• Build relationships with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other construction professionals.
• Collaborate with fellow interns on projects and team activities.
• Gain exposure to safety, estimating, finance, and marketing.
• Participate in training sessions, job-site tours, and planned intern events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern