Intern (Transportation Division)

Job Description

Intern (Transportation Division) | The Walsh Group, Ltd.

The Tone:
This is an internship opportunity with The Walsh Group, Ltd., specifically within their Transportation Division, located in Nashville, TN. The Walsh Group is committed to developing future leaders in the construction industry through its robust internship program. This program is designed to provide hands-on experience in project engineering and field management, allowing interns to travel across the United States and gain exposure to various operational divisions. The internship is carefully structured to match individuals with positions that align with their academic and career goals, preparing them for a successful career path post-graduation, whether working on jobsites or contributing to estimating and preconstruction efforts in the office.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: FTE (Full-time Equivalent)
• Location: Nashville, TN

• Team: Transportation
• Mission: To prepare interns for various career paths within the company, with the goal of becoming full-time employees after college graduation.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Coordination: Assist project managers or field supervision staff with comprehensive project coordination tasks within the Transportation Division.
• Cost Estimation: Estimate costs for project change orders, contributing to financial oversight.
• Subcontractor Management: Solicit bidders and coordinate the activities of various subcontractors on site.
• Project Scheduling: Develop and manage the scheduling of various contracts and materials to ensure project timelines are met.
• Project Documentation: Handle document control, write RFIs, prepare submittals, and assist in processing change orders.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career professional actively seeking a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience or years are required for this internship position.
• Skills: Demonstrated ability in project coordination, cost estimation, scheduling, and meticulous document control are essential for success in this role.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include the ability to commit to a 12-week work schedule and flexibility for relocation if required for specific roles.