About the role#
The Walsh Group offers an internship program for students in the Chicago region. This program provides hands-on experience in project engineering and field management to prepare you for future leadership roles. You will work on jobsites or within estimating and preconstruction departments. We match you with positions that align with your academic and career goals to help you transition into a full-time role after graduation.
What you'll do#
- Assist project managers and field supervision staff with daily project coordination.
- Estimate costs for change orders.
- Solicit bidders and coordinate activities for subcontractors.
- Create schedules for contracts and materials.
- Write RFIs and submittals.
- Participate in team meetings, safety management, and document control.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Civil, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
- Availability to work a 12-week schedule.
- Willingness to relocate if required by the specific role.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Benefits: Medical insurance, paid US holidays, 401(k) matching, and an Employee Assistance Program.
About The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western
The Walsh Group is a family-owned construction company founded in 1898. Based in Chicago, the firm operates through divisions including Walsh Construction and Archer Western. It provides design, build, finance, and operation services across sectors like transit, water treatment, and education. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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