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2027 Summer Internship

  • Chicago, IL, United States

$25 to $30 USD / hour

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Job details

Pay
$25 to $30 USD / hour
Posting language
English

Original job description

Novak Construction Company is a nationally recognized general contractor and construction management firm dedicated to bringing clients' visions to life. With projects spanning more than 30 states, we deliver complex retail, healthcare, industrial, hospitality, institutional, and mixed-use developments through a commitment to quality, safety, collaboration, and client service.

At Novak, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment where employees are empowered to make an impact, grow professionally, and contribute to high-profile projects across the country. Our commitment to quality, innovation, safety, and accountability creates opportunities for long-term career development and success.

We are just as committed to developing people as we are to building projects. Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience while introducing interns to long-term career opportunities and growth within our organization.

Internship Position Overview

This internship offers direct exposure to the general contracting and construction management process. You will work alongside experienced professionals and gain practical insight into day-to-day project operations.

Key responsibilities may include:

  • Shadowing Project Engineers and Superintendents on active projects
  • Tracking, reviewing, and distributing submittals
  • Tracking project progress with photos and maintaining documentation
  • Attending and documenting weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings
  • Learning core skills and best practices within the general contracting field
  • Tracking and distributing project changes
  • Assisting with daily project reports and documentation

Compensation, Travel & Internship Benefits

The anticipated hourly rate for this internship is $25.00 - $30.00 per hour, with the final rate determined based on your experience, skills, and qualifications.

Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience and exposure to all phases of the construction process. In addition to competitive pay, interns receive:

  • Direct mentorship from experienced Project Engineers, Superintendents, and Project Managers
  • Hands-on involvement with active commercial construction projects
  • Exposure to project management, field operations, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and client meetings
  • Per diem allowances for qualifying travel assignments based on applicable GSA rates
  • Monthly mobile phone allowance of $35
  • Professional development and networking opportunities with industry leaders
  • Consideration for future internship and full-time career opportunities with Novak Construction

As a temporary intern, you are not eligible for Company-sponsored employee benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, paid holidays, or other benefits offered to regular full-time employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Novak Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

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  • Construction management
  • Documentation

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