About the role#
This internship offers a chance to work on industrial construction projects across the United States. You will work alongside experienced mentors and field teams to build leadership skills during a 15-week summer term. This is a full-time, paid position that requires travel to project sites throughout the lower 48 states.
What you'll do#
- Help manage industrial construction projects.
- Partner with project managers, superintendents, customers, and field teams to keep work moving.
- Learn to manage project schedules, budgets, materials, RFI's, submittals, and logistics.
- Build relationships with customers and teammates.
- Travel to various project sites to gain hands-on experience.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
- Strong communication skills.
- Motivation and a knack for solving problems.
- A high level of organization.
- Excitement about the prospect of traveling for work.
Location & details#
- Location: Fargo, North Dakota (with national travel required).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20 to $22 per hour.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Interstates
Interstates provides electrical, automation, and operational technology services for industrial manufacturing and processing facilities. The company operates across sectors including food and beverage, energy, and water management. Founded in 1953, it is headquartered in Sioux Center, Iowa. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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