Construction Operations Intern

Construction Operations Intern

Lexington, KY

$20–$23/hr | 20–30 Hours/Week | Paid Internship

Skilled Trades Partners is seeking a motivated Construction Operations Intern for a paid internship opportunity with an established fire protection contractor in Lexington, KY.

This is a great opportunity for a college student studying Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Operations, Construction Management, or a related field who wants hands‑on exposure to how a specialty construction company operates.

This won't be an internship where you're sitting behind a desk all day. You'll spend time supporting office operations while also getting exposure to active field operations and working directly with experienced tradespeople.

What You’ll Do

Support day-to-day construction and business operations

Assist office and operations teams with ongoing projects

Work with field personnel and skilled tradespeople

Gain exposure to the coordination between office and field operations

Assist with project documentation, organization, and administrative tasks

Help track information and follow up on operational needs

Participate in occasional field visits and gain firsthand exposure to active construction projects

Assist with additional projects based on current business and operational needs

What We’re Looking For

Currently enrolled in college or a related educational program

Pursuing Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Operations, Construction Management, or a related degree

Interested in construction, engineering, operations, or skilled trades

Strong communication and organizational skills

Comfortable interacting with both office staff and field tradespeople

Dependable and willing to take initiative

Comfortable learning new systems and processes

Ability to work approximately 20–30 hours per week

What You’ll Gain

$20–$23/hr

20–30 hours per week

Hands‑on experience in both office and field operations

Exposure to commercial construction and fire protection

Opportunity to work directly with experienced construction professionals and skilled tradespeople

Real‑world experience in project and business operations

Experience that complements engineering, construction management, and business coursework

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