About the role#
ECC is hiring an intern for a major military construction project in the Norfolk and Virginia Beach area. This is a full-time, on-site role for Summer 2027. You will work directly with project leadership on the construction of a new parking garage and NATO Command Building. This position requires daily attendance at the project site, and you may be required to operate a vehicle on-site.
What you'll do#
- Support the Project Manager, Superintendent, and Quality Control staff with daily construction operations.
- Assist with project documentation, reporting, and field inspections.
- Attend project coordination meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
- Track project progress and support schedule updates.
- Assist with subcontractor coordination and field communication.
- Support the preparation and organization of project records, logs, and closeout documentation.
- Observe and promote project safety and quality standards.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Junior or senior undergraduate student status.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to work in a field environment.
- Eligibility to obtain military base access.
Location & details#
- Locations: Virginia Beach, VA and Norfolk, VA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $24.00 per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time (40 hours per week).
About ECC
ECC is an employee-owned construction and environmental firm founded in 1985. Based in Burlingame, California, the company maintains 14 offices globally and employs nearly 365 people. It provides design-build, environmental remediation, disaster recovery, and energy solutions. The firm works on projects ranging from military facility construction to international development and munitions response.
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