Construction Intern

Tank Connection is an international leader in the design, manufacturing and installation of liquid and dry bulk storage products and covers. Quality, experience, innovation, and customer service are hallmarks of our company. Tank Connection is an ISO9001 QMS Company that is also employee owned. You get the best of both worlds when an extensive ISO program is implemented by employee owners. As a result, Tank Connection has become the trusted name in storage around the world. 

Summer 2025- Construction Internship Details:  At Tank Connection, internships are designed to be a work-based experience that ensures mutual benefit for both the company and the intern. We aim to provide meaningful work, social and networking opportunities, exposure to company culture, comprehensive training, industry connections, and valuable feedback. This program embodies a shared purpose, fostering generational value. By recruiting top-notch talent, we are committed to shaping the future of Tank Connection, creating a lasting impact for both the organization and our interns.  The Summer 2026 Internship Experience is a full time position June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026.  The Construction Intern position is 100% travel in the lower 48 states, depending on project location.  Hourly wage and travel expenses included.

Position Summary: The Construction Internship position provides an opportunity to get hands on experience and be part of a growing construction company that is committed to a superior finished tank.  

Construction Intern Duties and Responsibilities:

• Specific tasks will be tailored to the interns experience level and abilities.
• Identify and implement improvements that will drive increases in daily output.
• Utilize and comply with methods of production, guidelines, and requirements according to established ISO 9001 policies.
• Use a variety of hand & power tools, fixtures, work instructions, and other equipment to correctly assemble bolted tank systems. 
• Read and follow assembly drawings, prints and instructions. 
• Conduct research using the internet and other sources of information.
• Create or update designated databases for specific department needs.
• Provide regular feedback and updates to the immediate manager about the status of assigned tasks.
• Present project results to management and/or department personnel.
• Follow all company and customer policies and procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Construction Intern Skills and Specifications:

• Willing to learn, be mentored, and improve, with a positive attitude and solid communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and G-Suite.
• Good time management and prioritizing skills.
• Strong organizational and task management skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to learn the operation of forklift, man-lift, and other material handling mobile equipment. 
• Ability to safely operate a variety of power tools. 
• Willingness to work at heights and inside of tanks.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and/or sketches.
• Ability to use simple math to perform basic calculations.
• Knowledge and ability to use common measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, or square.
• Ability to receive and comprehend verbal and/or non-verbal directions.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure first quality of work.
• Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in the course of work.
• Willingness to work additional hours in order to meet tight deadlines.
• Able to travel with crew in the course of work.

Construction Intern Education and Qualifications:

• Student currently enrolled in Construction or Manufacturing-related field or leading to a degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields. 

Construction Intern Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of Construction Intern, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Limitations and Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
REV-03/25/2019