About the role#
The Construction Services Intern role for Summer 2027 offers hands-on experience in a professional consulting environment. You will work alongside experienced engineers, scientists, and constructors to apply your academic knowledge to real-world technical challenges. This position involves supporting project planning, documentation, and analysis within the construction services discipline. You will work under close supervision with regular guidance from experienced team members.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project planning and execution.
- Perform technical and operational tasks to support evolving business and team needs.
- Participate in internal and external meetings by taking notes, tracking action items, and supporting follow-up activities.
- Manage and deliver assignments on time.
- Review technical specifications, contractor submittals, construction schedules, and change order documentation.
- Organize and maintain project documentation, logs, reports, and records.
- Validate quantities, costs, and contractor performance data.
- Attend Intern Workshops and Summer Series Sessions.
- Complete an intern capstone project.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Engineering, Science, or a related field, with plans to continue enrollment after the internship.
- A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Strong interest in construction management, project delivery, and construction services.
- Coursework demonstrating understanding of construction processes and project controls.
- Ability to work effectively in both office and field settings, including site visits.
- Basic written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with technical, scientific, or data analysis tools.
- Ability to organize information, track tasks, and pay attention to detail.
- A positive attitude, professional behavior, and respect for confidentiality.
- No prior professional experience is required.
- Construction-related major, minor, or certificate is highly preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Lakewood, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment: Full-time.
About Brown and Caldwell
Brown and Caldwell is an employee-owned firm based in Walnut Creek, California. Founded in 1947, the company focuses on the U.S. water and environmental sectors. It employs over 2,100 professionals across 52 locations. The firm provides engineering, construction, and consulting services to municipal, federal, and private organizations.
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