Construction Management Intern

Aptim Construction Management (CM) Internship Program

The Aptim Construction Management (CM) Internship Program is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the construction field while supporting ongoing project needs. Interns will be exposed to various departments, including Construction Management, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), and Quality Control (QC). The program emphasizes mentorship, innovation, real-world experience, and professional development to ensure a mutually beneficial learning environment.

This is a temporary position.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

1. Shadow Project Managers (PMs), Construction Managers (CMs), and HSE/QC professionals
2. Support construction site activities and assist in field reporting
3. Contribute ideas for implementing new technologies, software, or methods
4. Attend and support meetings, audits, and field inspections
5. Assist in reviewing construction documents, control plans, and specifications
6. Perform estimating, procurement tracking, and basic schedule updates
7. Help streamline reporting processes through digital tools and automation
8. Develop scopes of work for subcontractors
9. Assist with subcontractor coordination and change order development
10. Review and understand equipment maintenance and repair logs

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited program with the following programs: Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Business Administration (project coordination, logistics, or operations focus), Forestry (construction interest or transition focus), Project Management
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must be local to the worksite or willing to relocate (no relocation support)
• Be able to work in an outdoor environment
• Basic understanding of construction processes and terminology
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and take direction
• Willingness to work in an active construction site environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit/BIM 360
• Field data collection tools (e.g., PlanGrid, Raken, ArcGIS)
• Safety management apps or mobile inspection software
• Interest in sustainability, automation, or digital transformation in construction
• Basic knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What you can expect from APTIM:

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $20 to 25 per hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.