Construction Intern - MWH

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

MWH Constructors, a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a construction-focused intern to join our Salton Sea project based out of Brawly, CA.

Essential Functions

• Assist with project controls, change orders, RFI's, and other construction administration duties.
• Prepare look ahead schedules with information from subcontractors.
• Assist in generation of various reports such as submittal and RFI logs, and with document control.
• Process Submittals and RFIs.
• Update working drawings with RFIs and Changes. Keep this set up to date to ensure the team is working with the most current information.
• Perform simple calculations.
• Provide technical support for construction effort.
• Contact vendors for information.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Basic Qualifications

• In progress toward earning a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related degree.
• Interest in a career in heavy construction.
• Experienced with complete Microsoft Office Suite, excellent writing and communications skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities for working in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
• Experience with/aptitude for construction and/or mechanical processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in the heavy construction industry.

Compensation

• Paid Internship budgeted at $23-26 an hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.