About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based on-site in Mesquite, Texas. You will gain hands-on experience in the construction industry by supporting project teams with administrative and technical tasks throughout the building process.
What you'll do#
- Provide administrative and technical support to the project team.
- Manage document control, including RFIs, submittals, cost tracking, and schedule updates.
- Summarize discussions and decisions from project, owner, and subcontractor meetings.
- Review specification books to ensure project quality and compliance.
- Assist the Project Manager with inspection logs, scheduling, and building relationships with inspectors.
- Update contract drawings to reflect approved changes.
- Help Superintendents with daily reports and manage progress or quality photos.
- Maintain safety awareness, observe site practices, and report concerns to project leadership.
- Support the logistics of safety initiatives outlined in the site-specific plan.
What you'll need#
- You are an active, full-time student at the sophomore, junior, or senior level.
- You are pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
- You hold a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- You must pass a pre-employment drug and background screening.
- Previous experience in commercial construction is preferred.
- Participation or leadership roles in student organizations or clubs are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Mesquite, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
About The Christman Company
The Christman Company provides construction management and general contracting services. Founded in 1894, the firm operates out of Lansing, Michigan. It maintains 8 offices across the country to serve clients in sectors such as healthcare, government, education, and industrial power. The company employs 622 people.
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