Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Intern

Division: Denver

Project Location(s): Denver, CO 80204 USA (This is not a remote/hybrid position and will be based in a Turner office or project location.)

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Classification: Intern (Non-Exempt)

Job Family: Construction

Recruiting Year: 2025-2026 Internship Recruiting Year

About Turner Construction:

Turner Construction is a global leader in the construction industry with over 120 years of experience, known for iconic projects worldwide, including 10 of the world’s 100 tallest buildings. Turner’s Denver office has been instrumental in shaping the local skyline for the past 50 years, with notable projects such as Meow Wolf, Sports Authority Field at Mile High, and the Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The current working portfolio in Denver includes diverse projects ranging from data centers and elaborate healthcare renovations to commercial spaces.

Turner is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment where all employees can thrive, inspiring greatness, fostering innovation, and making a real impact on the world.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation: $22.00 USD per hour (The original text stated “annualized,” which appears to be a typo; this is assumed to be an hourly rate for an intern position).
• Flexible Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Wellness Benefits: Available.
• Additional Offerings: Voluntary legal plan, identity theft protection, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave.
• Other Perks: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end-of-year appreciation pay.

Position Description:

As an Intern at Turner Construction, you will assist in day-to-day supervised activities related to the development of a construction project. This role is designed to help you build foundational knowledge in various aspects of construction management, including:

• Construction management principles
• Business and project financial management
• Project safety protocols
• Subcontractor relationships
• Quality control
• Project coordination and lifecycle management

Where applicable, your assignment will support learning that applies to earning educational credits.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

Depending on business need and location, the Intern/Co-Op will be supervised and assigned to work at an active construction project site or in a department at a main office, supporting one of Turner’s many construction specialties.

General Responsibilities:

• Support project team with meeting coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
• Comprehend and follow project site signage and supervisor instructions as directed.
• Provide progress reports to the supervisor and be receptive to learning about construction management.
• Relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to work activities.
• Maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Participate in training, meetings, and orientation sessions.
• Comply with safety protocols, follow safety expectations, and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Potential Longer-Term Assignment Activities (may gain more in-depth experience and exposure):

• Assist with project start-up activities and provide support to the Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
• Assist with the collection and review of information and approvals for processing shop drawings, submittals, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of information for contract requirements to appropriate parties.
• Assist with the preparation of estimates for changes in work from subcontractors.
• Attend project site visits to observe and document construction field activities.
• Assist with the preparation of and conduct correspondence and communication, as directed, to Architects, Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors in connection with performing their assigned trades.
• Assist with communication to Trades and subcontractors to understand and track job schedules.
• Assist with monitoring contractor compliance with Turner’s safety program, as directed.
• Assist with the preparation of quantity take-offs and studies for project items using either traditional or computer-aided programs, learning and discussing details necessary to complete the project.
• Request and distribute subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work to assemble proposals for the delivery system.
• Assist with project close-out preparations.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled and actively pursuing a college or university accredited degree program, or enrolled in a Co-op program.
• Recommended majors include, but are not limited to, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other related fields of study.
• Minimum of 1 year of completed education, and/or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must be 18 years of age to work at a construction project site.
• Demonstrated desire to work in construction management and to learn about the construction industry.
• Commitment to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by the assignment.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement.
• Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills in the English language are required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written information.
• Assume personal and professional accountability for own actions and activities.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and participate.
• Able to work independently (with direction and supervision) and in a team environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.

Physical Demands:

The role requires the ability to sit frequently; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands, talk, and hear. Regular mobility is required. Performance of duties may necessitate physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, use construction personnel hoists, climb ladders, and navigate work areas under construction. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and uses a keyboard. Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel (short and long distances) via various conveyances may be required, and work may be performed at on-site construction work sites and/or office locations. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

While performing duties, the employee may regularly work in an office setting with a usually quiet to moderate noise level. Occasionally, the employee may work at a construction work site, where they may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in a construction work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer – race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.