Summer 2026 Roadway Construction Management Intern

Job Description

About the Job

About Ardmore Roderick

Ardmore Roderick is a full-service infrastructure solutions firm specializing in Utilities, Transportation, Aviation, Rail and Transit, Building and Facilities Projects. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, we also have offices in Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Texas.

Our Mission

“Transforming communities by empowering the best minds to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions.”

Our Values

• Caring
• Excellence
• Impact
• Innovation
• Inclusion
• Safety

Job Overview

Ardmore Roderick is seeking a Summer 2026 Roadway Construction Management Intern to join our team of infrastructure solutions experts. This field-based opportunity will involve working on various street rehabilitation projects in Chicago, IL, where you will contribute to solving our clients’ ever-evolving project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Ardmore Roderick construction management roadway team on various tasks for assigned projects.
• Learn basic principles of roadway construction management.
• Assist in maintaining detailed records of daily construction operations.
• Assist in overseeing daily construction activities and ensuring compliance with the project’s specifications, timeline, and budget.
• Assist with daily interaction with the contractor to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a four-year degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Demonstrated interest in construction management transportation-based projects (e.g., roads, highways, tollways).
• Willingness to work in various elements and seasons of the Illinois climate.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have good, reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
• Willingness to work early hours if needed on assigned projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Have a team player mindset with the ability to communicate proficiently in written and verbal forms.
• Possess good to great organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior construction management internship experience.

Important Information

Sponsorship, housing, or relocation are not available for this opportunity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ardmore Roderick is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Ardmore Roderick participates in E-Verify.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to us if you require reasonable accommodation in responding to a job announcement, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process.

Hourly Pay

$25 per hour

Ardmore Roderick is providing the compensation range that the company believes it might pay and/or offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.