About the role#
Shawmut Design and Construction is hiring interns for the Summer 2027 Construction Management Skills Training (CMST) program. This role provides hands-on experience by working directly with established project teams. Interns gain exposure to our company culture and may receive advance consideration for the CMST program after graduation. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
Your specific responsibilities depend on whether you are assigned to Project Management, Estimating, or Field operations. You may be tasked with the following:
- Assist with daily project management tasks to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
- Manage submittals, RFIs, procurement tracking, and change order documentation.
- Help with project closeout procedures.
- Develop client estimates and budgets.
- Coordinate with subcontractors to secure project pricing and coverage.
- Write scopes for various trades and attend internal bid reviews.
- Work on a local job site with a superintendent.
- Manage daily reports, monitor site safety protocols, and coordinate punch list activities.
What you'll need#
- You must be a rising junior or senior student.
- We prefer students working toward a degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, or Mechanical Engineering, though other fields are welcome.
- You must be eligible to work in the United States as we do not offer sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Newtown, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Pay: $24 to $27 per hour, depending on experience and project requirements.
About Shawmut Design and Construction
Shawmut Design and Construction is a construction management firm based in Boston. Founded in 1982, the company operates as a fully employee-owned organization. It serves clients across sectors including healthcare, retail, corporate interiors, and sports venues. The firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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