Project Manager Co-op (Spring/Summer 2027)

ARCO National Holdings•Rogers, AR

About The Position

ARCO is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager Co-op to support its project management team. The co-op is a full-time student work experience lasting 6–8 months. Students may need to take a semester off from school or consult their career services office about co-op requirements. Co-ops receive tools, meaningful responsibilities, and opportunities to learn from experienced team members while contributing to construction projects. The co-op assists Project Managers with estimating, scheduling, design meetings, subcontractor buyout, permitting, shop drawing and submittal review, billing, and job site visits. The role may involve traveling to job sites. ARCO offers an hourly rate, with overtime possible, and a range of learning and career-development opportunities.

Requirements

Be enrolled in a Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, or Construction Management bachelor’s degree program.
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Previous construction internship or co-op experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with estimating by describing project proposals and assigning project dollar values.
Create working schedules for subcontractors and trades to complete projects on time.
Attend design meetings with owners and the project team to understand proposals from structural engineers and architects.
Support subcontractor buyout by sending bid instructions, schedules, and drawings; receiving and evaluating proposals; and awarding subcontracts.
Complete permit forms, submit forms with drawings and fees to city, county, or fire authorities, and follow up for approval.
Receive shop drawings or submittals from subcontractors, route them to the Project Manager, and communicate when subcontractors may begin ordering materials and working.
Assist with billing for subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, and pay applications.
Visit job sites with a Project Manager and check that projects are running smoothly.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate, with overtime possible.
Housing stipend based on need.
Internship hours count toward ESOP eligibility.
End-of-term performance bonus based on merit.
Path to a full-time position.
Sign-on bonus for each term served if hired as a full-time associate following graduation.
Direct access to leaders.
Intern training program to learn real-world skills.
Two formal reviews during the internship to enhance learning opportunities.
Engagement events.