Intern / Co-Op

Summary

The Intern / Co-Op will be responsible for completing various tasks on the jobsite and will be expected to work safely, responsibly, and productively. This role offers the opportunity to learn about the concrete construction process, project management, and industry best practices while working alongside experienced professionals.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Intern / Co-op will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

• Assists in site inspections and preparation activities, including clearing, grading, and setting up formwork
• Plans and schedules job and/or job segments
• Reviews plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Maintains records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Reports any issues or discrepancies to the Project Manager or Construction Supervisor
• Collaborates with team members on specific projects or tasks
• Participates in team meetings and contributes to problem-solving efforts
• Carries-out assigned tasks and collaborates with team members and managers to resolve issues related to those tasks
• Acquires practical experience to supplement academic coursework
• Stays updated on best practices, emerging technologies, and industry trends related to concrete construction
• Investigates problems and/or reported incidents, identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a degree program at a college or university and possess prior work experience in any field
• Proficiency in Basic Spanish is a plus

The following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job:

• Willingness to ask questions of co-workers, foremen, etc. in order to learn, to avoid unsafe situations/conditions, and to be a team player
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Ability to perform basic mathematical processes such as addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, and ratios
• Ability to use Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel,Outlook,and PowerPoint
• Ability to work with co-workers at all levels in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to deal with problems involving specific variables in standardized situations
• Ability to comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and hazmat information
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished by written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds
• Ability to navigate the job site
• Work may involve exposure to outside weather conditions and dirt, dust, fumes, and/or loud noises.
• Work may require travel