Summer Construction Laborer Intern McConnell & Associates Location: St. Louis, MO Employment Type: Seasonal / Summer
About Us
McConnell & Associates is a leading employee-owned civil and sports construction company serving clients throughout the Midwest. We build and maintain durable, high-performance infrastructure and athletic facilities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and quality. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), our employee-owners share directly in the success they help create. Position Overview The Summer Construction Laborer position is designed for students looking to gain valuable hands-on field experience during the summer construction season (May-August 2027). Working directly alongside experienced crews, this role performs manual labor, site preparation, and field operations across our specialized divisions.
Available Summer Positions:
- St. Louis, MO: Tennis Court Crew & Sealcoat Crew
Key Responsibilities
Field Operations & Labor
- Perform manual labor on the jobsite to support daily construction, paving, or surface maintenance tasks.
- Assist with site preparation, material staging, tool maintenance, and jobsite cleanup.
- Drive various sized company trucks to and from jobsites as authorized.
Safety & Professionalism
- Ensure safety is prioritized in all daily activities and follow all company safety policies.
- Report directly to your crew foreman and follow daily instructions efficiently.
- Maintain strict punctuality and a strong work ethic to keep projects on schedule.
- Support a culture of teamwork, accountability, and quality on every jobsite.
Skills & Qualifications
- Work Ethic: Strong work ethic with a genuine desire to succeed and learn.
- Licensing: Valid driver’s license required; Class A CDL is a plus.
- Driving Record: Relatively clean motor vehicle report. (Applicants with a drug or alcohol driving offense in the last three years will not be considered; other violations evaluated per insurance standards).
- Physical Demands: Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting heavy objects, standing/walking for extended periods, and working outdoors in summer weather conditions.
- Availability: Ability to work 40–70 hours per week, including weekends as needed.
- Languages: Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Hourly Wage
- Paid Holidays.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- 401K Savings Plan With a Company Match
- Career Growth: Direct pathway to full-time opportunities with MAC upon graduation.
McConnell & Associates is proud to be a drug-free, equal opportunity employer.