Construction Intern

About the Role

Okland is seeking motivated, curious, and team-oriented students to join our internship program. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the construction industry while contributing to real projects that shape communities. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals to learn what it takes to build with excellence. Our internship opportunities span a variety of career paths across the construction industry, including Field Engineering (FE), Project Engineering (PE), Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Preconstruction, Estimating, Scheduling, Safety, and Quality Control.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and coordination
• Participate in jobsite walks, safety meetings, and subcontractor interactions
• Support preconstruction efforts including estimating and bid preparation
• Contribute to documentation, reporting, and process improvement initiatives
• Learn and apply construction technologies (e.g., Autodesk, Bluebeam, BIM 360)
• Engage with project teams and department leaders
• Attend team meetings and contribute to problem-solving discussions
• Receive mentorship and feedback from experienced professionals
• Participate in intern events, training sessions, and leadership exposure
• Complete a presentation summarizing your experience
• Receive performance evaluations and guidance for future career steps

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related program.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Clear communicator who works well across teams
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Interest in pursuing a career in the construction industry

Physical Environment

• Regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl.
• Must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision.
• Required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions.
• Noise level may range from moderate to loud.

Additional Information

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status.