About the role#
Shirley Contracting Company is hiring Summer Associates for the 2027 season. This program offers field and management exposure across civil, utility, bridge, and structure projects. Assignments range from $1 million to over $500 million in value. You will gain experience in project operations while participating in networking and community service opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Learn how the company acquires work by reviewing subcontractor bids, performing quantity takeoffs, and scoping bid packages.
- Assist field supervision with schedule planning and crew management.
- Track daily quantities, receive and track tickets, and review foreman timecards.
- Manage project business and financial tasks, including subcontracts, payment requests, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and budgets.
- Build professional relationships with customers and coworkers while learning company policies.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or Environmental Engineering.
- Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- A general understanding of the heavy highway or civil construction industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
- Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is strictly on-site.
- Positions are available in Richmond, Hampton, Louisa, Chesterfield, and New Kent, Virginia.
- The hourly pay range is $18.00 to $23.00, depending on experience, education, and location.
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