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Construction Management Intern

McDermott International, Ltd
Houston, TX Intern
POSTED ON 4/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2025

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our team as a Construction Management Intern. This internship will provide hands-on experience in various aspects of the construction industry, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and field supervision.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

The Intern role is an entry-level position requiring limited prior training or relevant work in the administration discipline. This role allows for the acquisition of basic skills to perform routine tasks.

The Intern supports the administration group and works closely with their supervisor to follow clearly defined general services procedures. The Intern is a role that allows for the development of new administration-related skills. The Intern is responsible for performing basic administration activities and using existing procedures, to solve straightforward problems.

Job Responsibility :

  • Assist project managers in developing project schedules and budgets
  • Review construction drawings and specifications
  • Assist in preparing project reports and documentation
  • Participate in project meetings and discussions
  • Learn about construction safety protocols and best practices
  • Support day-to-day operations by assisting team members with their daily tasks, including administrative duties, data entry, scheduling, and organizing materials
  • Perform research and analysis on assigned projects or tasks, gather relevant data, and present findings in a clear and concise manner
  • Work closely with colleagues to contribute ideas, share insights, and provide support for ongoing projects
  • Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of projects, ensuring timelines are met and deliverables are achieved
  • Participate in team meetings, take detailed notes, and provide summaries of discussions and action points
  • Assist in the creation, editing, and formatting of various documents, presentations, and reports
  • Respond to emails, phone calls, and other inquiries in a timely and professional manner, ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders
  • Contribute to a collaborative and supportive atmosphere, actively seeking learning opportunities, and demonstrating a positive attitude towards work and colleagues
  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a relevant degree or diploma program
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus)
  • Ability to pay attention to details and maintain accuracy in all work activities
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
  • Proactive problem solver with a willingness to learn new concepts and adapt to new challenges
  • Team player with a demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
  • Proficiency in digital tools including familiarity with standard office software (eg, Microsoft Office) and ability to learn and adapt to new software and tools quickly

Qualifications :

Essential Qualifications and Education :

  • Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, or a related field
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Valid driver's license (preferred)
  • About Us

    Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality : laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably.

    For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.

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