About the role#
Vertical Earth is offering a Summer 2027 internship for students interested in gaining practical experience in civil construction. You will work alongside professionals in project management and field operations to see how infrastructure projects move from planning through execution and closeout. This program provides insight into the daily realities of construction work and the various career paths available in the industry.
What you'll do#
- Learn the different phases of a civil construction project.
- Gain exposure to active jobsites and field operations.
- Observe project planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution.
- Assist teams with documentation and daily project activities.
- Learn how construction drawings, specifications, and requirements are applied in the field.
- Understand how project managers, field engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors coordinate work.
- Gain exposure to safety, quality, production, and project controls.
- Participate in meetings to see how teams identify and solve jobsite challenges.
- Develop an understanding of career opportunities in civil construction.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
- Interest in civil construction, infrastructure, and field operations.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Willingness to work in both office and field environments.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a project team.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to project sites in the Atlanta area as needed.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
About Vertical Earth
Vertical Earth is a construction company founded in 1997. It provides civil, structural, and transportation improvements for public and private clients across the Southeast. The firm operates as a licensed general and utility contractor. Based in Cumming, Georgia, the company employs 198 people.
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