Summer Associate Program

Job Description

Summer Associate Program | Clark Construction

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Clark Construction, located across various project sites and departments. Clark is a leader in building complex, high-profile construction projects that shape communities. This program offers a unique opportunity for aspiring leaders to gain a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry and Clark’s business, preparing them to take ownership and contribute to exceptional project delivery.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time (8-10 weeks)
• Location: Project sites and departments (in-person)
• Pay: $23–$30 hourly
• Mission: To build a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry and Clark’s business through hands-on experience and dedicated development, shaping future leaders in construction.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Management: Gain an understanding of financial management, document control processes, and trade partner relationships on construction projects.
• Field Management: Learn building processes by assisting with site logistics, ensuring quality control, and prioritizing safety on jobsites.
• Project Development: Contribute to strategies for acquiring new work, including budgeting, estimating, and purchasing activities.
• Business Operations: Explore essential functions that ensure the company runs smoothly, providing a holistic view of the Clark organization.
• Capstone Project: Develop innovative solutions for real-time business opportunities through a team-based project and present findings to company leadership.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing an undergraduate degree or equivalent, or a graduate degree; early career level.
• Experience: Demonstrated interest in the construction industry.
• Skills: Aptitude for financial management, document control, quality control, site safety, budgeting, estimating, and critical thinking to resolve unforeseen challenges.