Ft. Myers - Construction Management Internship

Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. is an employee-owned construction firm serving Michigan, Florida, and Colorado for over 130 years. We build across commercial, educational, industrial, and community markets, delivering projects that shape where people live, work, and learn.

At O-A-K, we are committed to developing the next generation of construction leaders through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that integrate students into real project environments.

Position Overview

The Construction Management Intern will gain direct exposure to active job sites, project management functions, and preconstruction processes. Interns will work alongside experienced Project Managers, Superintendents, and Engineers to support project execution while developing foundational knowledge in commercial construction operations.

This internship is designed to provide practical experience in field coordination, cost management, scheduling, subcontractor oversight, and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Interns may support the following activities:

Field Operations

Assist Superintendents with daily site coordination

Participate in safety meetings and job site walks

Review drawings and specifications

Observe and document subcontractor performance

Support quality control and punch list processes

Project Management

Assist with project documentation and filing

Support change order tracking and review

Help prepare RFIs and submittals

Participate in project progress meetings

Monitor schedule updates and milestone tracking

Preconstruction & Estimating (as applicable)

Assist with quantity takeoffs

Review subcontractor bids

Support cost comparisons and budget tracking

Administrative & Reporting

Maintain organized project files

Assist with compliance documentation (insurance, waivers, etc.)

Support internal reporting and project updates

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, participants will:

Understand the full lifecycle of a commercial construction project

Develop foundational skills in project coordination and documentation

Gain exposure to field leadership and decision-making processes

Strengthen communication and professionalism in a construction environment

Build relationships with project teams and leadership

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to work in both field and office environments

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Willingness to learn and take initiative

What Interns Can Expect

Real project exposure — not observation-only

Mentorship from experienced construction leaders

Professional development conversations

Structured feedback during and at the end of the internship

Networking opportunities with leadership