Student Internship - Construction Administration & Management

Olsson • North Kansas City, MO

125d

About The Position

As a summer 2026 student intern with our Construction Administration and Management team, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. You will assist with a variety of duties related to construction management, construction administration, observation, and inspection for civil infrastructure projects that could include public utility, heavy highway, municipal streets, airports, water treatment, and wastewater recovery based on workload. Working alongside our experienced staff, you will inspect and perform tests to ensure that the work being performed on project sites is in conformance with the project requirements. You will learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and codes while also learning to identify and avoid potential safety hazards in and around project sites. You will develop your skills in project documentation, client and stakeholder communication, and contractor management. You will work in all types of terrain and weather conditions, and on projects in various stages of construction. Weekend work or overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in construction management, civil engineering, construction engineering, surveying, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving history.
• Ability to work overtime hours during the summer as needed based on project workload.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for working collaboratively with others.
• Ownership in the work you do.
• Desire to use talents to positively affect communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction management and administration duties.
• Perform observation and inspection for civil infrastructure projects.
• Inspect and perform tests to ensure project site compliance.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and codes.
• Identify and avoid potential safety hazards on project sites.
• Develop skills in project documentation and communication.
• Work in varied weather and terrain conditions.
• Participate in weekend work or overnight travel as required.

Benefits

• Health care, vision, dental, paid time off.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after first year.
• Engagement in work that positively impacts communities.
• Excellent 401(k) match.
• Participation in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Bonus system that rewards performance.
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree