About the role#
Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI) is seeking undergraduate students for a Summer 2027 internship program. This role provides hands-on experience in specialty construction through mentorship and structured project activities. Interns work alongside experienced professionals to build a foundation in construction management.
What you'll do#
- Write detailed proposals and assist with quantity take-offs.
- Prepare bid analysis and review.
- Demonstrate project scheduling and attend pre-bid walk-throughs.
- Manage project labor control, material handling, and job-cost analysis.
- Coordinate subcontractors, materials, and equipment.
- Collaborate with owners, construction managers, architects, engineers, and contractors.
- Maintain project documentation and correspondence.
- Administer the corporate safety program and track material handling costs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for Construction Management, Construction Science, or a comparable field.
- Demonstrated construction knowledge from work experience or completion of a second-year curriculum.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word.
- Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus on customer service.
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a team.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to temporarily relocate.
- Basic knowledge of Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or On-Screen Takeoff is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Compensation: $22.00 per hour.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI)
Performance Contracting, Inc. is a specialty contractor based in Lenexa, Kansas. Founded in 1987, the company provides services for industrial, commercial, and non-residential markets. Its offerings include interior build-outs, insulation systems, and scaffolding. The firm operates as a subsidiary of Performance Contracting Group and maintains over 60 offices across the United States. It employs more than 8,900 people.
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