Construction Project Intern - Austin Commercial

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to start your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Austin Commercial is currently seeking Project Interns for projects across Texas.  We set the standard for commercial construction and we are looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a stake in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It!

As an employee-owner hired for an internship, you will be given the title of “Project Intern” and your duties could consist of:

• Processing submittals by reviewing, stamping, filing and distributing submittals
• Sending RFI’s to architects and engineers
• Keeping concrete, rebar, RFI, and plan logs up to date
• Resolving problems generated from the plans and specifications
• Establishing control points and lines using field instruments (level, theodolite, total station)
• Locating embeds in the slab and verifying embed locations per approved shops
• Assist in locating openings in the structure and assist in establishing vertical control for the structure
• Locating other miscellaneous items in the field (curbs, inlets, etc.)
• Documentation– updating and distributing construction drawings, specification, shop drawings and samples
• Aiding with Quality control inspections utilizing BIM 360 field onsite
• Verifying pre-pour check list and checking proper formwork framing/shoring installation per approved shops
• Participating in and aiding with weekly safety meetings as requested, including writing meeting minutes
• Leading project orientation and maintenance of logs
• Assisting with maintaining project look ahead schedules
• Assisting with trade contractor coordination and scheduling
• Verifying proper construction techniques per plans and specs (raise concerns and follow through with trade until corrected)
• Maintaining city inspection records and walking with Superintendent during inspections
• Other miscellaneous duties as defined by the Project Manager or Superintendent

Project Interns can expect a preliminary meeting with their supervisor to discuss the goals, expectations, and desired outcomes of the internship. Employee-owners participating in an internship will be reviewed upon the completion of their internship.  This review should be used as a tool to communicate the successes and learning outcomes of the internship.  The supervisor will also complete any necessary paperwork that must be provided to the Project Intern’s school or university.

Individuals hired as interns will be classified as Temporary employee-owners as defined in Policy A-5.  Temporary employee-owners are not eligible for vacation pay, holiday pay or any of the other benefits listed in Policy A-5.

Temporary employee-owners are expected to adhere to the same policies and procedures as regular, full-time employee-owners. These policies and procedures can be found on the AustinNet under People Services, Austin Commercial.

Employee-owners that are performing an internship are expected to work a regularly-scheduled workweek of 40 hours or more (overtime will be paid for any hours in excess of 40 at a rate one and one-half times the employee-owner’s regular rate).

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Austin ("The Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

About Austin Commercial

Become an owner of one of North America's most respected and fastest-growing commercial construction firms! Austin Commercial’s employee-owners put our expertise to work in regional and national operations, building iconic projects that set the bar in our industry. Whether world-class airports and aviation facilities, technologically advanced healthcare facilities, cutting-edge educational and research facilities, professional sports stadiums, high-rises, hospitality, and other leading commercial markets, Austin’s industry expertise and ingenuity are second to none. Become an employee-owner today, grow your career, and put your skills to work at Austin Commercial. We Own It!