Commercial Construction Intern

About the role#

Join the HITT Futures Program as a Commercial Construction Intern. This 10-week, full-time, paid internship provides hands-on experience in construction management through mentorship, professional networking, and career development. The role is designed to prepare students for future careers as project managers or superintendents.

What you'll do#

• Support the project management team with subcontractor and supplier coordination, material tracking, and file management.
• Assist with progress updates and reporting for client review.
• Aid in document control processes, including drafting submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Assist in the preparation of bid packages by soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids.
• Conduct preconstruction procedures such as reviewing proposals and drawings, performing material takeoffs, and preparing cost estimates.
• Collaborate with onsite superintendents and field teams on project layout, construction drawings, trade coordination, and verification of site conditions.
• Participate in safety and quality control inspections.
• Engage in weekly training, educational classes, and corporate responsibility activities.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Architecture, or Environmental Engineering.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the 10-week program.
• Proficiency or ability to learn project-specific software including Microsoft Office 365, Procore, Adobe, and BlueBeam.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Previous industry internship, volunteer work, or related work experience is a plus.

Location & details#

• Location: Houston, Texas.
• Modality: On-site.
• Duration: 10-week program.
• Employment Type: Full-time.