Project Manager Intern

Job Description

Construction Project Manager Intern (Summer 2026) | ARCO Murray Construction Company

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at ARCO Murray Construction Company, located in Fort Myers, FL. ARCO Murray is a leading design-build expert, recognized nationally for its excellence, ranking #6 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #29 on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list of 2025. With a proud history of completing over 6,550 design-build projects nationwide, the company is dedicated to providing superior solutions to clients and fostering an award-winning workplace culture. This Project Manager Intern role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and meaningful responsibilities, directly supporting project managers in delivering successful construction projects and building a foundational career within an environment committed to individual success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Fort Myers, FL
• Mission: To provide essential support to Project Managers across various project phases, contributing to the efficient delivery of superior construction solutions and gaining hands-on experience in a leading design-build firm.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Estimating: Assist Project Managers in describing detailed project proposals and assigning accurate dollar values to the construction projects.
• Scheduling Coordination: Help create and manage comprehensive working timelines for subcontractors and various trades to ensure project completion on time.
• Subcontractor Buyout: Support the full buyout process by sending bid instructions, evaluating proposals from subcontractors, and awarding subcontracts.
• Permitting Process: Aid in filling out, submitting, and tracking all necessary permit forms, drawings, and fees to city, county, and fire departments for approval.
• Site Progress Monitoring: Visit job sites with Project Managers to observe operations firsthand and ensure the construction project is running smoothly.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, or Construction Management Bachelor’s degree program.
• Experience: No specific years required, but previous internship or co-op experience within the construction industry is preferred.
• Skills: Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication abilities, coupled with a strong work ethic. A minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 out of 4.0 is also necessary.
• Bonus: Prior experience in a construction-related internship or co-op program.