About the role#
Adolfson & Peterson Construction offers paid internships for students interested in the construction industry. You will work under the supervision of full-time team members to gain hands-on experience and build your professional knowledge. This program is designed to provide exposure to various aspects of our business while you complete your academic studies.
What you'll do#
- Participate in both field and office-based disciplines, including Safety, Preconstruction, Project Management, Field Operations, Accounting, Business Development, MEP, Virtual Construction, Marketing, and Human Resources.
- Work safely within our Incident and Injury Free culture, as safety is a core priority in all our operations.
- Absorb information and apply it to further your academic and professional development.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in a subject related to your internship focus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
- Strong analytical and logic skills, with the ability to maintain precision on detailed work.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities under time constraints.
- Demonstrated integrity and high ethical standards.
- Physical agility to stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, and kneel.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
- Willingness to work in various, sometimes extreme, climate conditions.
Location & details#
- Location: Bloomington, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Adolfson & Peterson Construction
Adolfson & Peterson Construction is a national construction management firm founded in 1946. The company provides preconstruction and construction services across sectors such as healthcare, education, hospitality, and industrial. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the firm operates offices in Arizona, Colorado, Texas, and Wyoming. It employs 752 people and remains a privately held, family-owned organization.
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