How to hire a construction management internship

How to hire a construction management internship, step by step

Here's a step-by-step construction management internship hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a construction management internship job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new construction management internship
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your construction management internship job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a construction management internship for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect construction management internship also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of construction management interns and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Construction Management Internship	Description	Hourly rate
   Construction Management Internship	Construction managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from start to finish.	$11-19
   Project Superintendent	The construction or project superintendent's role is to oversee the operations of construction sites, from the planning phase to completion. They have varied duties and responsibilities based on specific projects that include scheduling and budgeting, communicating and negotiating with external partners, and acquiring materials and equipment... Show more	$34-63
   General Contractor	The job of general contractors is to oversee the day-to-day operations of projects in the organization. General contractors are considered seasoned experts when it comes to home improvement... Show more	$19-51

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Construction Management
   • Project Management
   • Asphalt
   • Construction Projects
   • PowerPoint
   • OSHA
   • Construction Process
   • Roofing
   • Construction Materials
   • Field Supervision
   • Site Safety
   • RFI
   • Construction Sites
   • Meeting Minutes

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and coordinate new employee orientation to the project; payroll, company benefits, training, etc.
   • Manage accounts payable and receivable, purchasing, and scheduling; prepare quarterly taxes; issue payroll; manage office personnel.
   • Spearhead cross-functional initiative to achieve commercial build outs, demolition, remodel, restoration, damage assessment and commercial property maintenance.
   • Test concrete in accordance with the above criteria and ACI.
   • Attend the business meetings, and are around when RFI's are being conduct.
   • Assist in creating RFI s by taking photographs of site issues, and recording subcontractor questions.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your construction management internship job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A construction management internship can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, construction management interns' average salary in kansas is 42% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level construction management interns 40% less than senior-level construction management interns.
   • Certifications. A construction management internship with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a construction management internship's salary.

   Average construction management internship salary

   $15.24hourly

   $31,706 yearly

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   Entry-level construction management internship salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a construction management internship job description

   A job description for a construction management internship role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a construction management internship job description:

   Construction management internship job description example

   If you're a student pursuing a degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related majors, you may be a fit for an internship in our Real Estate and Facilities Management organization.
   Please apply to one Internship of interest that best matches your major.
   
   In this role, a typical summer might include the following:
   Achieving a general understanding of what happens in our global organization Completing hands-on project work that has an impact on the business Engaging with Regeneron leadership Collaborating with a specific hiring manager and other interns Establishing connections with Regeneron's diverse set of employee resource groups Participating in professional development sessions while enjoying lots of free food and swag Showcasing the knowledge you gained through end of program presentation sessions Getting paid for your hard work!
   
   This role might be for you if:
   You want to make a difference You advocate for your ideas - and what they can do in the world You're excited to think, challenge, listen, re-think and solve You continuously look for ways to improve You are science-minded, ask questions and challenge conventional wisdom You work with precision, passion, thoughtfulness and integrity You're ready to work with the team that can bring a great idea to life You know this is no ordinary job
   
   Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit. To be considered for this opportunity, you must be enrolled in, or accepted to, an academic program pursuing an Undergraduate or Graduate degree (and be returning to school the semester following the internship). A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is preferred. We want someone who is able to commit to 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks from the end of May/ early June through August. Demonstrated leadership in areas such as campus activities, clubs, sports, current or previous work, or within the community is also preferred.
   
   Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first steps toward living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that we'd love you to join!
   
   Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you think you may need.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find construction management interns for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your construction management internship job on Zippia to find and recruit construction management internship candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with construction management internship candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new construction management internship

   Once you've selected the best construction management internship candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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