Intern – Commercial Construction

Job Description

Craft Intern | PC Construction Company

The Tone:
This is a Craft Internship at PC Construction Company, located on various jobsites along the east coast, encompassing regions like Vermont, Florida, Georgia, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, and the Mid-Atlantic. PC Construction stands as a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, providing comprehensive general contracting, construction management, and design-build services to both private and public clients. With over 65 years of experience, the company successfully delivers a diverse portfolio of projects, from specialized buildings to complex water and wastewater treatment plants, guided by its dedicated team of 100% employee-owners. This internship is specifically designed to immerse individuals in the practical realities of commercial construction, offering invaluable hands-on skills and experiences that are essential for a successful career and cannot be fully replicated in a classroom setting. Through direct field engagement on a jobsite, interns will acquire crucial knowledge and develop capabilities that truly prepare them for future roles in the industry.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, on jobsites across the East Coast
• Mission: To gain invaluable hands-on skills and experiences necessary for success in commercial construction.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Participate: Engage directly in various field activities and operations on an active commercial construction jobsite.
• Learn: Acquire invaluable practical knowledge and techniques through immersive, hands-on experiences.
• Develop: Cultivate a strong foundation of skills critical for success in the commercial construction industry.
• Observe: Gain firsthand insight into project management, safety protocols, and daily construction challenges.
• Apply: Utilize classroom learning as a guiding framework while adapting to real-world construction scenarios.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrollment in a relevant program, having successfully completed your sophomore or junior year in a technical center.
• Experience: A demonstrated, strong desire for active, hands-on learning directly within commercial construction environments.
• Skills: Ability to effectively integrate theoretical classroom knowledge with practical field applications; strong commitment to active participation and learning on jobsites; foundational understanding of general construction principles and eagerness to expand this knowledge.