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Kingland

Data Research Analyst Intern

Ames, IA · On-site

POSITION SUMMARY | Data Research Analyst Intern Are you looking for an opportunity to jump-start your future career? Do you want to gain real world experience working on a team that values hard work ...

Great Clips

Hair Stylist Intern

Ankeny, IA

The Hair Stylist Intern role is designed for cosmetology and barber students who want to learn what salon life is really like, connect with a professional team, and prepare for a smooth transition ...

Great Clips

Hair Stylist Intern

Ankeny, IA · On-site

The Hair Stylist Intern role is designed for cosmetology and barber students who want to learn what salon life is really like, connect with a professional team, and prepare for a smooth transition ...

HyVee

Retail Pharmacy Intern

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Retail Pharmacy Intern Department: Pharmacy FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service. Fills prescriptions in accordance with all state and federal ...

Hy-Vee, Inc.

Retail Pharmacy Intern

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Retail Pharmacy Intern Department: Pharmacy FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service. Fills prescriptions in accordance with all state and federal ...

Key Cooperative

Accounting Intern

Roland, IA

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

The Accounting Intern will work onsite at our Roland, Iowa office. They will work individually and/or as part of the Credit, Accounting, and Payroll team to accomplish the following duties: Duties

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Ames, IA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy school into real-world practice to become ready for a Pharmacist role. Under the direction of your ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Ankeny, IA

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy school into real-world practice to become ready for a Pharmacist role. Under the direction of your ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Ankeny, IA

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy school into real-world practice to become ready for a Pharmacist role. Under the direction of your ...

CVS Health

Pharmacy Intern

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

As a 3rd year Pharmacy Intern, you will be focused on applying didactic learning from pharmacy school into real-world practice to become ready for a Pharmacist role. Under the direction of your ...

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Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech companies, internships are temporaryFull-time or part-time employment, ongoing role
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level opportunities, learning rolesCareer progression, skill development

The main difference between an Intern and a Junior Developer is that an Intern is usually a student or recent graduate gaining initial industry experience, often in a temporary, learning-focused role. A Junior Developer is a more experienced entry-level professional responsible for specific tasks and projects within a company, with greater independence and ongoing employment. Internships serve as a stepping stone, while Junior Developers are part of the regular workforce.

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Construction Intern

Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

Nevada, IA • On-site

$9.64/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Position Type

Intern

What It Takes

Open to undergraduate students interested in gaining hands‑on practical experience in the construction field. Qualified applicants will assist project teams in managing construction projects/ including all phases from bidding to final completion.

  • Assignments include office and job site; relocation to a remote site may be required.
  • Transportation is required.
  • Work periods are 10-12 weeks; 40 hours/week.
  • Housing may be provided in certain situations.
Intern Job Description

Reporting Relationship: Depending on the work assignment, interns will report to a project manager, superintendent, project engineer or field engineer. You may be assigned to the office, jobsite or mix of both.

Tasks Assigned: You will be learning the engineering and technical aspects of the project both in the field and in the office. Your experience will include some or all the following:

  • Quantity take-off
  • Layout
  • Shop drawing review/approval & maintenance of log
  • Submittal review/approval & maintenance of log
  • Request for information (RFI) review/submission & maintenance of log
  • Responding to subcontractor RFIs
  • Interfacing with subcontractors & suppliers
  • Attending weekly progress meetings
  • Assisting with coordinating the work between the owner, architect & subcontractors
  • Assisting during the bid process
  • Assist with reviewing construction documents & specifications
  • Assisting with reviewing all document revisions & clarifications
  • Assisting with maintaining field record
  • Assisting with estimates/budgets/value engineering/constructability surveys Assist with writing contracts & purchase orders
  • Assisting with preparing billings to owner & submitting change orders
  • Assisting with approval of invoices
  • Assisting with ordering & expediting materials
  • Assisting with scheduling & updates
  • Assisting with quality control & safety
  • Assisting with settling contracts
  • Assisting with permit process
  • Assisting with performing costing, scheduling, estimating & project management
  • Cooperating & working with field project management
  • And any other duties that may be assigned
Required Skills

Technical Capabilities

You should be familiar with the following software: Primavera, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, etc.

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

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