Summer Interns – Construction Operations & Safety

Job Description

Intern | E&K Companies, Inc.
The Tone:
This is a Summer internship at E&K Companies, Inc., available at multiple locations throughout the U.S. E&K, established in 1956, has built a strong reputation for excellence and is recognized as one of the largest interior/exterior finish contractors in the nation. The company is dedicated to an uncompromising commitment to deliver the highest quality products and services clients demand, anywhere they need them. This internship is crucial for bringing in fresh talent to support key operational areas like Safety, Project Management, Estimating, and General Operations, directly contributing to the company’s continued success and high standards.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Multiple U.S. Locations

• Mission: This internship aims to provide hands-on experience and support across critical departments such as Safety, Project Management, Estimating, and Operations, directly contributing to E&K’s mission of delivering the highest quality interior/exterior finish contracting services.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Windows applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Strategy Implementation: Plan, organize, and implement effective strategies by fully utilizing all available company programs, tools, and initiatives.
• Reporting & Presentation: Prepare comprehensive reports and impactful presentations suitable for both internal teams and external clients or partners.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities and make concrete recommendations for streamlining existing systems and operational processes.
• Procedure Oversight: Verify and ensure that all established company procedures and guidelines are performed correctly and accurately.
• Project Administration: Perform essential administrative work, specifically associated with various departmental reports and ongoing projects.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates must be actively enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited program or have recently graduated from a relevant field of study. Academic focus areas should align with the internship specializations offered, such as Safety, Project Management, Estimating, or general Operations within the construction or related industries.
• Experience: This role is designed for individuals seeking foundational professional experience; therefore, no prior full-time professional experience is explicitly required. The internship provides an opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a practical business setting.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency with Windows operating systems is essential. A strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required for report generation and presentation tasks. Familiarity with other operating software relevant to construction or business administration is also considered beneficial.