About the role#
Austin Commercial hires Project Interns to gain hands-on experience on commercial construction projects. You will work directly with construction professionals to learn industry processes and contribute to active job sites. This is a paid, full-time program available for the Fall 2026, Winter 2027, and Summer 2027 terms.
What you'll do#
- Process submittals by reviewing, filing, and distributing documents.
- Send RFIs to architects and engineers.
- Maintain logs for concrete, rebar, and RFIs.
- Verify construction techniques against plans and specifications.
- Assist with quality control inspections.
- Participate in weekly safety meetings and write meeting minutes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program such as Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Environmental Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- Hands-on experience in commercial construction.
- Familiarity with construction project management processes.
- Ability to use industry-specific software.
- Strong organization and documentation skills.
- Effective communication skills.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role.
- Locations include Phoenix, Arizona; Houston, Las Colinas, and Austin, Texas; Orlando and Tampa, Florida; and Los Angeles, California.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About Austin Industrial, Inc.
Austin Industrial provides construction, maintenance, and soft craft services to the energy, oil, gas, and chemical sectors. Founded in 1918, the company operates as a merit shop and is employee-owned. It maintains a workforce of nearly 2,000 people. The firm is based in La Porte, Texas.
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