Construction Site Intern

Your Role: Here’s what you will be doing:

Support Merrick’s construction services team on active construction projects in roles including owner’s representative, construction management, and field observation. Assist with daily field reports, photo documentation, progress tracking, and documentation of contractor activities and field conditions. Follow safety requirements on active construction sites while observing construction work for conformance with project drawings, specifications, permits, and owner requirements. Support tracking of RFIs, submittals, meeting notes, field issues, punch list items, change-related items, and follow-up actions. Help document installed quantities, construction progress, and information supporting contractor pay applications and project status updates. Participate in site walks, progress meetings, and coordination discussions with Merrick staff, contractors, owners, designers, and specialty consultants. Assist with quality assurance documentation and coordination of materials testing and inspection activities. Assist with review and interpretation of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to support field observation and documentation. Gain hands‑on exposure to water, wastewater, pipeline, utility, roadway, and civil infrastructure construction. Collaborate with project team members to identify, document, and help track construction‑related issues through resolution.

Students with graduation dates after August 2027. Individuals pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Currently enrolled students entering junior year or higher of undergraduate degree or enrolled in graduate school. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate active construction areas safely. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and insurability under Merrick’s insurance carrier. Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship. Desired qualifications include interest in construction management, field observation, water/wastewater, civil infrastructure, or owner’s representative services, and familiarity with construction documentation tools such as Bluebeam Revu, Procore, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, and use of iPad tablets.

Health insurance, dental and vision coverage. 401(k) retirement plan. Paid time off (PTO). Flexible work hours and paid holidays. Professional training and skill development. Coaching and mentoring. Weekly training meetings including sessions with the CEO and President. Opportunity to work on real client projects. Training & Development The internship offers meaningful, hands‑on experience designed as a shorter-term exploratory opportunity to apply academic knowledge in real projects, gain exposure to professional collaboration, and experience day-to-day operations at an employee‑owned company.