About the role#
Sundt Construction is looking for engineering and construction management students for our Transportation Group internship. This role provides hands-on experience on construction projects. You will work alongside our team to learn the daily operations of a builder.
What you'll do#
- Assist with project record keeping, shop drawings, and cost control records.
- Help with report preparation, safety inspections, and submittal processing.
- Support surveying, testing, sample collection, and drawing filing.
- Monitor schedules, track time and costs, and oversee subcontractor activities.
- Attend bid openings and conferences to take notes and complete forms.
- Prepare quantity take-offs and contact vendors or subcontractors for proposals.
- Observe meetings and conduct site tours for visitors.
- Perform tasks as a manual laborer, clerk, or technician assistant as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to comply with all safety standards and wear required personal protective equipment.
- An interest in pursuing a career in construction.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Sundt Construction
Sundt Construction is a general contractor founded in 1890. Based in Tempe, Arizona, the company employs nearly 3,000 people. It provides construction management, design-build, and pre-construction services across the United States. The firm maintains the capability to self-perform heavy civil and concrete work.
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