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Project Management Intern - Construction

McShane Construction Company
Rosemont, IL Intern
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026

Description

McShane Construction is hiring summer interns to participate and learn the various activities required to sell, design, and construct a project, including project controls, schedule management, quality management, and safety. By managing all aspects of project construction – from concept to completion - McShane project managers develop best-in-class skills and abilities that are the envy of our peers. Our internship program includes training, field visits, job site tours, career coaching from company leadership, weekly intern roundtables, and company philanthropic and social events. 


Responsibilities:

Project Controls

• Learn to create, maintain, and manage project RFI’s, submittals, material procurement, drawings and drawings changes, meetings minutes, punch lists, and closeouts. 

• Assist in review and approval process of documents associated with project controls. 

• Confirm subcontractor insurance project compliance

• Assist in maintaining all logs associated with project controls. 


Schedule Management

• Participate in the preparation of project schedules and updates


Quality Management

• Become familiar with the company’s Quality Assurance Program & Manual

• Assist in management of Inspection Tracking Logs, QA/QC compliance logs


Safety 

• Become familiar with the company’s Safety Program

• Participate in preparing specific project safety plan 

• Participate and assist in weekly jobsite safety orientation meetings. 


Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.  

• Able to communicate effectively and work productively with others.

• Other success factors include attention to detail, problem solving, reliability, thoroughness, positive attitude, professionalism, and an eagerness to learn.

• Ability to use a computer, the Internet, and word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and email software.


Additional Qualities to Thrive in This Role:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

• A proactive, self-starting attitude with a strong sense of initiative

• Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities

• Reliability, professionalism, a positive outlook, and a strong desire to learn


Key Information:

• Seasonal full-time, in-person role split between the local office and assigned jobsite.

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.

• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.


Are you ready to make an impact and grow with us, but looking for something different? Visit our Careers page at  www.mcshaneconstruction.com/careers  or contact us at careers@mcshane.com  to learn more. 


  

Hourly Pay Description: 

$23-25 per hour.


McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.


No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.


Salary : $23 - $25

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