Superintendent Intern

Job Description

About Company

ARCO is a premier, full-service design-build general contractor with over 30 years of experience, providing complete project delivery nationwide. They have successfully completed over 6,000 projects coast to coast, offering cost-effective, single-source, turnkey solutions and adding value to every project.

ARCO is committed to providing superior solutions to clients, cultivating an award-winning workplace culture, and driving success at all business levels. They are dedicated to creating opportunities for individual success for their associates.

A key distinguishing feature of ARCO is that it is a 100% associate-owned company. Through their Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), every associate holds a stake in the company, ensuring the benefits of success are directly shared with those who contribute to it.

ARCO is consistently recognized as a top workplace in various markets nationwide and is highly ranked by Engineering News-Record as a top ten design-build firm and the largest domestic builder of distribution and warehouse space. They emphasize attracting the best and brightest talent and are committed to taking care of their team, which they consider their greatest asset.

Job Description: Superintendent Intern

Role Summary:
ARCO is seeking a highly motivated College Superintendent Intern who is passionate about the construction process and eager to learn onsite. This internship offers a better way to build a career by providing immediate tools for success, meaningful responsibilities, and hands-on experience in a supportive environment. The intern will make a meaningful contribution to ARCO’s success by performing critical tasks throughout the project life cycle.

Key Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities (A Day in the Life):
The intern will have the opportunity to assist Superintendents and gain hands-on experience by:
• Working on job sites with expert field personnel.
• Engaging in projects across a diverse range of industries, including commercial, industrial, distribution, office, multi-family, and entertainment.
• Learning essential skills directly from the Superintendent on the job, such as:
• Creating project schedules.
• Communicating effectively with subcontractors.
• Managing projects smoothly from start to finish.
• Working collaboratively with the Superintendent on the job site.

Necessary Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or other related degree programs.
• Maintain a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Co-op or Intern construction experience is preferred, but not required.
• Possess excellent verbal communication skills and a strong work ethic.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in your state of residence.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, which include, but are not limited to:
• Standing or walking for long periods of time, occasionally on uneven terrain.
• Bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs.
• Lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds.

What ARCO Offers (Benefits & Perks):
ARCO provides best-in-class benefits and superior compensation, including:
• Competitive hourly rate (with potential for overtime).
• Housing provided near the job site.
• Daily per diem for food.
• Initial mileage for the trip to and from the job site covered by ARCO (vehicle or stipend not provided).
• Internship hours count towards ESOP eligibility, allowing interns to gain a stake in the company’s success.
• End-of-term performance bonus based on merit.
• A clear path to a full-time position upon graduation.
• Sign-on bonus for each term served if hired as a full-time associate following graduation.
• Direct access to company leaders.
• A structured intern training program designed to teach real-world skills.
• Two formal reviews during the internship to enhance learning opportunities.