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Alpine Homes

Alpine Homes

About: Alpine Homes has been building new homes in Utah for over two decades. We are dedicated to developing new homes and neighborhoods that reflect the lifestyle of Salt Lake City area homeowners. Our homes reflect the natural beauty of the environment while providing innovative design and craftsmanship. For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Assistant Production Manager Intern

Location:  11814 S. Election Rd., Suite 150, Draper, UT 84020

Wage: Hourly rate (depending on experience)

How to Apply: Interested students should apply on Handshake and email resume to Jeremy Moser at [email protected].

America's Home Place

America's Home Place

About: Interns will have a unique experience to be a part of various aspects of the residential world. There are different internships opportunities for Drafting, Sales, Supervising, and Estimating. The opportunity will allow you to do a range of tasks from being on the jobsites making sure subcontractors are performing to America’s Home Place standards. Working in the office looking over EPO reviews and PO packs and helping with the sales department. An internship with America’s Home Place will give you a well-rounded experience. The internships are available to Juniors going into their Senior year. For more information, visit the website.

Location: Georgia (HQ), South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, New Jersey, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Big-D Construction

Big-D Construction

About:

Big-D Construction, a National General Contractor of award-winning projects built by exceptional people. Since 1967 we have been driven by an idea so powerful, it continues to inspire everything we do. We seek honest, hardworking lifetime-learners who are undeniably good at what they do, and we give them the tools to succeed! From day one, Big-D was created to be a relationship-based, customer-focused company. That’s why year after year more than 90% of our assignments come from repeat customers and relationships. Our detailed and disciplined processes come from decades of listening to our customers and sharpening our skills. Big-D offers top pay and one of the best benefits packages in the industry – 100% paid medical insurance, performance-based bonuses, employee rewards & perks, tuition reimbursement and more. Creating a culture of outstanding careers is part of the Big-D vision. Working at Big-D means you are part of a family that cares about each other’s professional and personal success. We are a team. We support each other and celebrate great performances.

Over 50 Years of success and consistently ranked among the top builders in the nation by ENR for the past 30+ years. Experts in: Multi-family & Senior Living; Commercial & Retail; Hospitality; Healthcare; Industrial; & Food & Beverage

Recipients of numerous national, regional, and project awards, including “Intermountain Contractor of the Year”, “Project of the Year”, “Best Companies to Work For”, “Top Workplaces”, “Best of State”

We have opportunities for new Construction Management graduates in the following areas: Salt Lake City, UT; Lindon, UT; Park City, UT; Salt Lake City Airport Expansion; Food & Beverage Division (National travel); Industrial Division (National travel); St. Paul, MN; Boise, ID; Pleasanton, CA; Burley, ID and more!

Check out our careers page below or send your resume to [email protected].

Location: 404 West 400 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Wage: Depending on experience

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Central Utah Water Conservancy District

Central Utah Water Conservancy District

About: The District manages and maintains billions of dollars of water related infrastructure including dams, tunnels, pipelines, structures, water treatment plants, and hydroelectric facilities which are used to deliver both primary and secondary water. For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Asset Management/Engineering Intern

Location: 1426 E 750 N, Orem, UT

Wage: Hourly rate (amount depends on experience)

How to Apply: Contact your internship coordinator for current contact info at CUWCD.
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Cupertino Electric

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Cupertino Electric

About: An electrical engineering and construction company. Our internships are hands-on and designed to give you a well-rounded experience. Work alongside passionate mentors solving real-world construction industry challenges in an engineering or project management-focused role. Summer interns typically work full-time hours between June and September, for 10 to 12 weeks. For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Engineering or Project Management

Location: Typically located in California: San Jose, San Fransico, Southern California, and select projects elsewhere

Wage: Competitive pay and resources to help locate housing if needed

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Department of Defense

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Department of Defense

About: The Department of Defense College Acquisition Internship Program (DCAIP) is a paid, 10-week summer internship that provides students with real-world exposure to Department of Defense acquisition workforce career opportunities. The program targets full-time second- and third-year students currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university. For more information, visit the website.

DCAIP Offers:

• Paid salary and the opportunity to earn annual leave, sick leave and paid federal holidays;

• Training/mentoring;

• Security Clearance initiation;

• Interns may qualify for a Student Intern Relocation Incentive;

• Interns may gain the opportunity to non-competitively convert to a permanent acquisition workforce position upon successful completion of the program.

Interns receive hands-on, practical experience in analysis, research, report writing, oral briefings, policy development, program analysis, and computer applications. Student interns gain experience in career fields available within the Acquisition workforce such as: Engineering, Contracting, Logistics, Business - Financial Management, Business - Cost Estimating, Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Industrial Contract Property Management, Purchasing, Science and Technology, Production, Quality and Manufacturing, Facilities Engineering, and Program Management.

 Location: Varied

Wage: Hourly rate based on qualifications, education level, and set within the basic hourly range of $$13.50-$21.50. This rate includes locality which varies depending on geographic location.

How to Apply:View the application checklist online. Applications are open through online deadline or until the maximum number of applications per location have been received. Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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D.R. Horton

D.R. Horton

About: D.R. Horton is the Nation's Largest Homebuilder for 17 years in a row. We are a residential builder who manages all aspects of the development, building, and financing process of homebuilding. Homeowner satisfaction is key focus and our SLC division is constantly ranked among the top divisions in the Nation for custom service. If you have a great work ethic, like working with and helping people, and have a desire to work in the Building and Developing industry - DRHorton is a great place to see how it is all done and done right! Our paid internship program gives you a chance to work alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry. Whether you are a new graduate, or still in college, we may have internship opportunities for you. We are committed to strengthening your skills and helping shape your future, both personally and professionally. For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Laborer, and Internships

Location: 12351 S. Gateway Park Place Suite D-100, Draper, UT 84020 (internship locations vary)

Wage: DOE and position. Superintendents are salary, Assistants are $18-$29/hr, Laborers are $12-$15/hr (re-evaluated yearly)

How to Apply: Interested students should send resume to Brad Lambert at [email protected] and apply online at the link below:
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Geneva Rock

Geneva Rock

About: Since 1954 Geneva Rock has been a top supplier of ready mixed concrete, sand and gravel, asphalt, and construction services along the Wasatch front. At Geneva Rock we have a history of providing quality products, friendly on-time service, and a level of professionalism we are proud to say still exists today. For over 50 years, we’ve been focused on one thing: our customers. We look forward to being your premiere supplier of construction products and services. For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Construction Intern

Location: Orem, UT

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Granite Construction

Granite Construction

About: From the largest, most complex infrastructure projects to the smallest construction jobs, from transportation to power to water projects, we’re putting our commitment to collaboration to work. We hire enthusiastic, hard-working individuals for college internships and entry-level positions. With locations across the country and unique opportunities for hands-on experience, mentorship and networking, there’s never been a better time to join our team. For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Summer Field Engineer Internship

Location: Varied

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Graniterock

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Graniterock

About: Graniterock's Construction Division is a proven leader in heavy civil infrastructure. Contact us directly either by phone or a personal visit to discuss internship options. Typically, students work during the summer, or part-time during the school year. Each student works closely with a manager who provides orientation, general training, and periodic feedback throughout the internship. For more information contact Human Resources or call 831-768-2138 and ask for Jamie Agnello, HR Business Partner. For more information, visit the website.

Location: Oakland to Monterey, CA

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Hensel Phelps

Hensel Phelps

About: The Hensel Phelps summer intern program is an excellent way to explore the various career options within the construction industry. Our interns receive a competitive wage, gain valuable experience, and get an inside look at the many opportunities and career paths within Hensel Phelps. Depending on your school program, you may also earn credit toward graduation. For more information, visit the website.

Location: Varied

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Horrocks Engineers

Horrocks Engineers

About: Horrocks Engineers, Inc., has a long history and reputation as one of the western United States' leading full-service civil engineering firms. Prefer sophomore to senior level in one of the above listed majors. Opportunities are available year-round. Responsibilities will be based on job and area of interest. In addition to the Pleasant Grove office, there may be a potential opportunity to intern in Boise, ID or Las Vegas, NV. Qualifications: Basic computer skills, oral and written communication skills, general soft skills (time management, teamwork, etc.), knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation (not required). For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Pre-Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geomatics & Surveying

Location: 2162 West Grove Parkway Suite 400, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

Wage: Hourly rate (depending on experience)

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below and email resume to [email protected].
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Jack William Homes

Jack William Homes

About: We specialize in custom homes, and multi-family housing. Greg Bird is the founder and CEO of Jack William Homes. Family owned and operated, we perform all levels of building and design. We offer start-to finish solutions for every project. We also offer full design services. We specialize in custom homes, and multi-family housing. Have a “can do” attitude, communication skills, and other soft skills. Recent projects are custom residence on Edgewood Drive in Provo, The Vine multi-family housing project in Vineyard, and Edgewater multi-family housing project at Geneva. For more information, visit the website.

Location: 1987 N 1120 W, Provo, UT

Wage: Paid an hourly rate

How to Apply: Interested students should email their resume to [email protected].

Jacobsen Construction

Jacobsen Construction

About: Jacobsen Construction is ranked as one of the nation's top general contractors specializing in healthcare, higher education, commercial, civic, technology, historic renovation, and religious projects. Each intern will go through a structured mentoring program and will be assigned a mentor. The intern for Jacobsen Construction aids and assists the Project Engineers, Project Managers and Superintendents on construction projects (or other departments such as VDC, or estimating). For more information, visit the website.

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Wage: Paid an hourly rate

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Kiewit

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Kiewit

About: Our internships and co-op opportunities allow you to gain real-world experience and tackle some of the same responsibilities as our full-time employees. Here you'll learn directly from experts in the field, expand your knowledge and make major contributions to a variety of challenging projects. Our hands-on approach to learning will prepare you for a successful career after you complete your education. In fact, our past two CEOs started out as Kiewit interns. For more information, visit the website.

Location: UT, AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IA, KS, LA, MD, MA, MN, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OR, TX, VA, WA, WY, Canada, Australia

Wage: Depending on experience

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Kilgore

Kilgore

About: Kilgore Companies is a group of successful construction materials companies. Together, we offer aggregates, ready mix concrete, paving, and construction services. Our businesses work hard to meet the growing needs of communities throughout the Intermountain West. We handle a range of jobs from local to large-scale projects. We share a vision of providing safe, quality products and services to every client. An employee at Kilgore Companies creates a safe work environment. They are a person of integrity that possesses a high degree of initiative, engages other people in the communication process, employs autonomy, and holds themselves and others accountable. For more information, visit the website.

Location: 795 South Main Street, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Corporate Office: 7057 West 2100 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84128

Wage: Depending on experience

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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KPFF

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KPFF

About: KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm. We're driven by a commitment to our core values of Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion; defining our professional practice, how we are organized and our commitment to our clients and employees. For more information, visit the website.

Location: CA, DC, IA, ID, KY, MO, NY, OR, WA

Wage: Depending on experience

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Layton Construction

Layton Construction

About:Interns at Layton Construction work full-time for 90 days in the position of a Project Engineer. An intern could do a variety of tasks such as assisting the Project Manager or assisting the Superintendent on the job site. Our internship program takes the approach of giving interns as much of a work load that they can handle understanding they are still students and not yet industry experts. We do this to have the intern get as much experience as possible and for us not only to have a 90-day interview with the intern but for the intern to interview us as a company during their stay.  For more information, visit the website.

Location: Sandy, UT (or 10 other office locations throughout country)

Wage: Hourly

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Mortenson

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Mortenson

About: When you land an internship at Mortenson, we pair you with a mentor and provide real-world experience in construction, engineering, or corporate roles depending on your skill set and interests. We'll treat you just like our full-time team members - giving you similar tasks and responsibilities - and work hard to provide you with real world experiences so you can put your skills and knowledge to the test. We offer year-round internships. For more information, visit the website.

Location: UT, National, and International (depends on project)

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Myers & Sons Construction

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Myers & Sons Construction

About: Working alongside experienced professionals - estimators, project engineers, superintendents and project managers - our interns gain invaluable, first-hand experience on a wide range of heavy construction projects, generally located within California. For more information, visit their website.

Location: California (typically)

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Okland Construction

Okland Construction

About: We are looking to fill several intern openings. If you are interested in applying for an exciting internship at Okland Construction, please complete the application and submit your resume. Our internship provides an array of experiences and possibilities to explore as you learn more about yourself and your career interests. With several interns working along the Wasatch Front, there is a strong internship program that allows for interns to interact with each other as well. Preference is given to those studying locally along the Wasatch Front.

As an intern at Okland, you are given the opportunity to challenge yourself, grow, and develop skills only gained through hands-on experience. You are a valuable part of our team from day one! You are given assignments, responsibilities, goals, and are held accountable for your assigned functions, just like our other employees. We don't just give you busy work! We provide you with mentoring and guidance while encouraging you to explore your passions and interest. Your experience may include working with project management to write and track RFI's or review submittals, assisting the superintendent with layout and embed placement or punch list management, helping estimating with bid recaps or detecting clashes and coordinating trades in our BIM department. Whatever your passion and interest Okland will work with you to have the best internship experience possible.

Our vision for every intern is to create a remarkable experience for all interns and project teams by planning for, investing in and securing the best talent in the market to keep us as leaders in our industry. For more information, visit the website.

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Wage: Paid an hourly rate

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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PCL Construction

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PCL Construction

About: As an engineering or construction intern, picture yourself working alongside construction professionals on the jobsite, in the office closing a bid with your estimating team, or working with cutting-edge 3-D technology. PCL values your role as an important member of our team and encourages you to take on new responsibilities throughout the construction process. For more information, visit the website.

Location: CA, AZ, MN, FL, HI, ON, AB

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Penhall Company

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Penhall Company

About: With 41 locations in 18 states and Canada, Penhall Company is the largest provider of concrete scanning, cutting, breaking/removal, excavation and highway grinding services in the U.S. We employ over 1,300 professionals who are dedicated to meeting the growing demands of our customers and the fast-moving environment of concrete construction. For more information, visit the website.

Location: 18 States (including UT) and Canada

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Ralph L. Wadsworth

Ralph L. Wadsworth

About: Ralph L Wadsworth (RLW) Construction provides opportunities to learn and make application technical principles in our internship program. RLW offers both field and office experiences depending on the projects interns are assigned to. Our internships are with the goal to evaluate the candidates' potential as a possible future, full-time employee. We offer internships and opportunity to receive diversified training through on-the-job assignments using the technical skills acquired in college. Each intern will be assigned a mentor to help develop both technical and professional skills. For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Heavy Civil Engineer Internship, Commercial Construction Engineer Internship, Construction Safety Internship, etc.

Location: Main Office: Draper, UT 

Wage: Depending on experience

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Sundt Construction

Sundt Construction

About: Come join a top 100 General Contractor in the US! We have an award-winning internship program focused on giving YOU the best internship experience possible. Work with crews, complete important paperwork, and attend all meetings run by a GC! Our summer internship program lasts 12 weeks and offers competitive pay and relocation (when applicable). Apply today and speak with our College Recruiter regarding opportunities! For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Field Engineer Internship

Location: Arizona & Varied

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Sunrise Engineering

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Sunrise Engineering

About: We collaborate with clients to deliver solutions that balance cost and performace. As a regional leader for professional engineering and consulting services, our disciplines serve a diverse range of public and private projects. Our staff of nearly 350 engineers, surveyors, technicians, trainers, and inspectors work together to make these project successful and strengthen our communities. For more information, visit the website.

Location: UT and 21 other states depending on project locations

Wage: Depending on experience

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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UDOT

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UDOT

About: UDOT offers two internship programs for civil engineering or heavy civil construction students, our standard internship program and one that includes benefits. See below for more details about these programs. For more information, visit the website.

Programs:

1. Civil Engineering Internship: internships are available in a variety of areas but most interns work in our construction area, and will work with professional engineers in the day-to-day operations of a construction crew. Internships are offered according to UDOT's need. Often, opportunities become available in Materials, Traffic and Safety, Maintenance, Hydraulics, and Research areas. View more details here.     

2. Civil Engineering Internship with Benefits: includes benefits and is full-time during the summer semester and part-time during school. Typically hire in late January. View more details here.

 Location: Throughout UT

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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W.W. Clyde

W.W. Clyde

About: W.W. Clyde is a heavy civil construction company with operations throughout the intermountain west. Our internship is the selection tool for full-time, post-graduations offers. For that reason, interns at W.W. Clyde receive hands-on experience by working as field engineers on our projects. Our projects are large infrastructure projects whose cost can be upwards of 400 million dollars that benefit our communities for decades. With over 650 employees in multiple states, career opportunities abound—but our roots and corporate offices share the same home city as UVU--Orem.  It’s a great place to start and grow a career.  We recruit primarily for summer internships, but have had interns work with us year around. We know the value of our interns, and enjoy training the future leaders in construction management and civil engineering. Opportunities are based on if there are available positions (most openings are posted in late winter or early spring).  For more information, visit the website.

Position Title: Construction Intern

Location: Orem, UT

Wage: Paid an hourly rate

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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Zwick Construction

Zwick Construction

About: Zwick Construction builds multifamily, higher education, automotive & trucking, municipal, religious, office tenant improvement, retail, and retail tenant improvement buildings. We have completed projects in Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Wyomia, Utah and Cordoba, Argentina. For more information, visit the website.

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Wage: Paid

How to Apply: Interested students should apply online at the link below:
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