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Construction Intern

LLOYD COMPANIES INC
Des Moines, IA Intern
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

The Construction Intern will participate in various hands-on practical learning experiences both in the office and on physical job sites. As an intern, the individual will spend time in the Expeditor, Assistant Project Manager, and Assistant Construction Superintendent roles to gain exposure to cost estimating, planning and scheduling, materials procurement, cost control, time and quality management.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with and support the Project Managers and Construction Superintendents as required
  • Assist in the servicing of equipment and tools
  • Keeping the construction sites clean, inside and outside
  • Support the coordination and implementation of project site construction, organization, and safety standard
  • Attend and participate in weekly construction meetings at project site locations
  • Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and OSHA safety standards, practices, and codes
  • Organize, track, and maintain project related files, drawings, materials, and correspondence
  • Deliver accurate and timely project status updates throughout all project phases
  • Regularly provide project reports, documentation, technical assistance, support, and collaboration
  • Track project expenditures and cost accounting, including accuracy, approvals, and payment reporting
  • Must be fluent with all Microsoft Office Products
  • Perform other duties as assigned
 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Documentation Management
  • Project Correspondence
  • Material and Production Tracking
  • Ability to Multi-Task
  • Ability to Perform Tasks Independently
  • Excellent Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Computer Skills
  • Regular and Consistent Attendance
 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma and enrolled in technical school; significant general construction and carpentry experience preferred.

AND/OR

One year certificate from college or technical school; or 6-12 months related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

COMPANY VALUES

  • Do the Right Thing.  Act Ethically.  We are responsible for our words, our actions and our results.
  • Build Relationships for Life.  At Work. At Home. In the Community.
  • Solve It.  Deliver results through innovation, creative thinking, and problem solving.
  • Have Fun.  Perform at Your Best. Celebrate Successes.

 

Hourly Wage Estimation for Construction Intern in Des Moines, IA
$42.00 to $53.00
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