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ABOUT US

Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,300 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

What Makes Okland Different?

We Create Remarkable Experiences

We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.

We Share Success

Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective, and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.

We Build Better Together

Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY  

Okland Construction is seeking motivated, curious, and detail-oriented Architecture students who want real project experience beyond shadowing. This internship is intentionally designed to support your licensure journey: you will earn AXP-eligible hours, and Okland will support and ensure proper experience certification through NCARB aligned with your AXP reporting requirements.

You’ll be placed in one primary track, VDC or Preconstruction, with exposure across teams so you can see the full building lifecycle from planning and coordination through turnover and performance. 

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY  

Track 1: Virtual Design & Construction (VDC)

• Support constructability/3D coordination workflows and issue tracking
• Assist with model navigation, meeting notes, and organized documentation
• Participate in coordination touchpoints with project teams and trade partners
• Gain exposure to BIM/VDC tools tied to field decision-making
• Support VDC Specific preconstruction workflows like 5D QTO and Design Review/Early 3D Coordination

Track 2: Preconstruction

• Support quantity takeoffs, estimate assembly, and alternate/value option comparisons
• Maintain bid tracking, bid tabs, and scope leveling sheets
• Assist with feasibility research (zoning/code/AHJ) and constraints documentation

Internship Objectives

• Understand how constructability, phasing, and schedule influence design outcomes
• Incorporate cost, scope alignment, and trade input into project planning
• Learn how VDC coordination supports field execution and reduces risk
• Use close-out documentation to support troubleshooting and long-term performance

AXP & NCARB Support

• Programming & Analysis (feasibility, constraints documentation)
• Project Management (coordination, logs, documentation)
• Construction & Evaluation (constructability exposure, field learning, closeout/warranty workflows)

You can expect structured deliverables and regular mentorship check-ins. Okland will support AXP reporting and ensure proper certification through NCARB, consistent with your NCARB status and applicable experience setting guidelines.

YOU ARE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE  

• Currently enrolled in an Architecture (or closely related) degree program
• Detail-oriented, organized, and responsive
• Clear communicator who works well across teams
• Comfortable learning new tools in a fast-paced environment
• Interested in how design becomes reality, and how buildings perform over time 

WHAT WE OFFER  

Culture & Recognition

Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

Pay, Ownership & Retirement

Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.

Benefits & Wellbeing

Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.

Perks & Projects

Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. 

EEO STATEMENT  

Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion. 

VISA & SPONORSHIP 

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.