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S+B James Construction

Project Intern

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Work alongside project engineers, managers, and superintendents to support day-to-day project operations. Responsibilities: * Assis with project documentation including RFIs, submittals, meeting ...

S+B James Construction

Project Intern

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Work alongside project engineers, managers, and superintendents to support day-to-day project operations. Responsibilities: * Assis with project documentation including RFIs, submittals, meeting ...

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What does a projects intern do?

A Projects Intern typically assists project managers and teams with various tasks related to planning, executing, and monitoring projects. Their responsibilities may include conducting research, helping with scheduling, preparing reports, and coordinating meetings. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in project management and allows interns to develop organizational and communication skills. Projects Interns often work in diverse industries and can be involved in multiple projects at once.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a projects intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Projects Intern, you typically need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of project management principles, often supported by ongoing studies in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Trello, or Asana, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, is usually expected. Effective communication, eagerness to learn, and teamwork are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities enable interns to efficiently support project teams, handle tasks accurately, and contribute positively to project outcomes.

What types of projects can a projects intern expect to work on, and how is their workload typically structured?

As a Projects Intern, you’ll often be involved in a variety of tasks such as supporting project planning, tracking milestones, conducting research, and assisting with documentation. Workloads are usually a mix of individual assignments and collaborative duties, often under the guidance of a project manager or senior team members. Interns may be assigned to multiple projects simultaneously, providing exposure to different project phases and teams, which is valuable for learning and networking. The environment tends to be dynamic, requiring adaptability and proactive communication to balance priorities and meet deadlines.

What is the difference between Projects Intern vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProjects InternProject Coordinator
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in related fieldBachelor's degree in business, management, or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in corporate or construction projectsFull-time role managing project tasks and teams
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in construction, engineering, and corporate sectorsUsed across industries for project management support
Search & Comparison IntentEntry-level, learning role, internship opportunitiesMid-level role, responsible for coordinating project activities

The Projects Intern typically is an entry-level position aimed at gaining experience in project environments, often held by students or recent graduates. In contrast, the Project Coordinator is a more experienced role responsible for overseeing project tasks, schedules, and communication. While both roles work within project teams, the Project Coordinator has greater responsibilities and requires more experience or education.

What are the most commonly searched types of Projects jobs in California?

The most popular types of Projects jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Projects Intern jobs?

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Field Engineer Intern-Sacramento Projects

Sacramento, CA • On-site

Flatiron Construction Corp
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Flatiron Construction Corpexternal

$26 - $30/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Overview
Work and train with the industry's finest professionals! Flatiron's Intern Program provides challenging and rewarding work opportunities for college students majoring in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Construction Management.
As an Intern, you will be given the opportunity to apply your academic training and skills in a real-world setting at any number of project locations. In addition, you will assist the project manager, project engineer, and the rest of the on-site construction staff in the application of principles, methods, and techniques of engineering technology by performing any combination of the following duties at a project job site.
Field engineer interns will be required to have a working knowledge of the entire project, including plan interpretation, project specifications, project cost code knowledge, and the overall construction schedule. In performing any number or combination of the following tasks, you shall support published corporate policies, set a productive and consistent work example, and be responsible to follow up on all tasks assigned.
What you will be doing
  • Assist with evaluation of field conditions and acceptance testing
  • Support quality assurance and quality control engineering materials testing
  • Apply survey knowledge to assist with project layout and checking of work to confirm work is in conformance with plans and specifications
  • Review project drawings and coordinate any design changes
  • Provide document control assistance for correspondence, submittals, design releases etc.
  • Initiate engineering design clarifications
  • Perform quantity tracking and productivity analysis for maximization of operation efficiency
  • Assist with preparing and updating project schedule and interact will all involved in scheduling decision processes
  • Respond to field for design clarification, and manage subcontractors field operations and verify contract payments
  • Provide design assistance to the project engineer for the design of temporary structures using computer aided design tools

What we are looking for
  • Field engineer interns/co-ops are required to be currently enrolled in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar undergraduate program at an accredited technical college or university

Why work for us
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
  • Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
  • Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
  • Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
  • Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.
Salary Min
USD $26.00/Hr.
Salary Max
USD $30.00/Hr.

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