Architect (Industrial) - Internship/Co-Op (Start May 2026)
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
As a design/build engineering firm and general contractor, Dennis Group's Architects support our industrial architectural practice in designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Our projects are industrial projects that are complex and require frequent interaction with our project managers, process designers, and multiple different disciplines of engineering staff. The Architect is a key role in all phases of architectural design and facility programming for defining spaces and their characteristics from proposal development through construction administration. Architects apply knowledge in areas of sanitary design, building materials, and construction methods. As an Architect Intern on the Dennis Group team responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients' needs and budget.
Assist in establishing budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager
Help review applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc.
Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc.
Produce schematics, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members.
Prepare presentation materials (renderings, drawings)
Assist in document coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications.
Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools.
Prepare submittals for regulatory / permit approval.
Develop code analysis sheets.
Perform quantity surveys.
Prepare bid tabs.
Perform construction administration duties - RFI's, RFP's, change orders, on-site observation, etc.
Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors.
Participate in marketing efforts and presentations to prospective clients.
Supporting talent growth within our organization .
Required Education Skills and Experience
Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Architecture. Pursuing a master's degree is a plus.
GPA: 3.0 or above
Industrial and /or Commercial Architectural and LEED experience is a plus.
Desire to work on, familiar with, or experience in commercial or industrial projects.
Familiarity with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems.
Familiarity and/or experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary.
Familiarity and/or experience with Revit is strongly preferred.
Familiar with all phases of a project including construction documentation review.
Understanding of the project management process.
Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills.
Professional and collaborative work ethic.
Must meet travel requirement - overnight travel not less than 25% of any given year to client facilities and construction sites.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
Up to 25% of travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002532
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002513
College Recruitment Program - Project Intern/Co-Op
Minnetonka, MN jobs
Opus is looking to hire Project Interns and Co-Ops in our Phoenix, Indianapolis, Des Moines, Denver, Kansas City, Chicago and Minnetonka markets to begin Summer 2026. This is a great opportunity for college students to gain practical experience in a variety of design and construction tasks.
We build more than buildings. We are building greatness in both our projects and our people. The combination of our people, culture, and unique project delivery approach truly differentiates us - it's why our associates come here, and why they stay - just ask them. Team Opus associates collaborate to advance our client goals, our communities, and their careers, every single day. At Opus you have an unmatched opportunity with a growing, industry-leading organization to learn and develop professionally, while having fun along the way. You get to create solutions, forge relationships, and work with industry experts. Our award-winning teams are united by one mission and are driven to deliver impactful results for our clients and communities. If you want to build more, join us at Opus.
Check out our website for career fairs that we will be attending this Fall - *************************************************************
The rate for this position is between $20 and $25 per hour, based on location, experience and qualifications.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Safety First
Work with the safety department to have working knowledge of the federal OSHA standards that apply to the project(s).
Support the project management team in providing the labor, materials, equipment and other resources necessary to perform each project safely.
Construction Management
Assist with and/or manage the construction and “activation” of assigned projects, ensuring project meets budget, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction criteria.
Review drawings, budgets, schedules, and other project-related matters with job site superintendent.
Confer with supervisor while reviewing schedule, cost, and sales decisions when necessary.
Share job cost responsibility through monitoring budgets and schedules, resolving problems, and reporting cost projections to supervisor on a monthly or more frequent basis.
Assist with the negotiation and writing of subcontracts and change orders for appropriate Opus associate(s) and/or subcontractors' signatures.
Manage the LEED (or other sustainable/green building initiative process) documentation.
Project Management Skill Development
Strengthen interpersonal skills through development of productive relationships with team and company personnel.
Strive to optimize team effectiveness and help coordinate project team.
Initiate meetings to keep supervisor informed of project status and progress.
Acquire understanding of building code and design.
Complete non-project assignments related to background, capabilities and interest.
Qualifications:
Current enrollment in pursuit of Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
Ability to work productively with others, solve problems independently, communicate effectively and lead projects.
Ability to demonstrate ongoing progress toward acquiring skills, knowledge and abilities of a Project Engineer II.
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g. H1-B).
The companies comprising Opus are Equal Opportunity Employers.
This job description is a summary of the typical functions and responsibilities of this position, and the duties described are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities. There may be other duties, tasks and responsibilities assigned. Management reserves the right to add, modify or change the duties of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran or disability status.
Auto-ApplyConstruction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
* Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
* Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
* Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
* Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
* Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
* Change order and general construction administration
* Coordination of field engineering
* Inspection coordination
* Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
* Research construction management best practices
* This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
* Prepare and administer third-party agreements
* Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
* Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
* Manage project punch-list inspection
* Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
* Other tasks as assigned
* Support and coordinate facility start up
* Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
* Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
* Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
* Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
* Coordinate project close-out activities
* Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
* Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
* GPA: 3.0 or above.
* Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
* Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
* Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
* Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
* A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
* Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
* Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
* Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
* Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
* Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
* Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
* Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
* Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
* Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
* Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002513
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Job Description
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Process Engineer Internship/Co-Op (May 2026)
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Dennis Group's Process Engineers are key in our projects of designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Process Engineers work in every aspect of a project - controls, packaging, mechanical, electrical, building system, architecture, etc., from the conceptual stages to design completion, and throughout construction. They provide expertise in flow diagrams, alterations, constraints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), layout, install, and commissioning and start-up. Process Engineers enable operational efficiencies for the food and beverage process plants of our clients. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Responsibilities
* Develop process design basis and select unit operations.
* Develop operation specifications.
* Coordinate with other project disciplines (engineers, designers, architects, etc.)
* Prepare process flow and piping and instrumentation diagrams
* Create process flow diagrams.
* Prepare mass and energy balances
* Size and specify process and process utility equipment
* Equipment procurement and bid evaluation.
* Assist project management with the development of project scope, budget, and schedule for all process related work
* Help to coordinate the schedules and work of contractors for process equipment installation.
* Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop cost estimates and proposals.
* Provide client assumptions on supply recommendations.
* Develop process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
* Oversee process and utility equipment installations
* Provide onsite construction start-up and commissioning support.
* Research process engineering best practices
* Support talent growth within our organization
Required Education Skills and Experience
* Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
* Familiarity with process flow diagrams and P&IDs is a plus.
* Interest in food safety and sanitary design principles and a desire learn about various food and beverage industry standards, practices, and regulations.
* Experience with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
* Past process experience in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, or other sanitary environments is a plus.
* Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
* GPA: 3.0 or above
* Must meet Travel Requirement - On-site construction project coordination and management with travel requirements between 30-50% of the year
Physical Requirements
* Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
* Up to 50% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002493
CAD Drafter/Designer, Co-Op or Internship
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
The CAD Drafter / Designer position is a solid foundation for a career in architecture, process equipment/piping design, and facility design. The role adequately creates drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software both in 2D and 3D formats in designing mechanical, electrical, piping, plumbing, and equipment layouts for our design build food and beverage process facility projects. The role will require knowledge in areas of architectural concepts, practices, regulations, standards, and building materials. Responsibilities include but not be limited to:
Responsibilities
Create design drawings with CAD software both in 2D and 3D formats, at the direction of Engineers and more Senior Designers
Coordinate with Designers, Architects, Engineers, and Project Managers to produce design drawings per project specifications.
Read architectural drawings, mechanical/electrical/plumbing drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layouts, and piping plans.
Analyze available information to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete design drawings
Ensure drawings comply with building regulations and architectural standards
Prepare documents to a level consistent with set quality standards while maintaining project schedules
Take responsibility for the development and coordination of small drawings sets.
Work with client and engineering disciplines to define requirements in the preparation of design and construction documents
Check finished drawings against markup and CAD Standards
Manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
Work with BIM360, Navisworks and MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel), CAD, AutoCAD 2020 and Plant 3D
Assist Construction Managers with coordination issues in the field.
Research CAD drafting / designing best practices
About You
Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Design or a related field.
GPA = 3.0 (minimum)
Work or school experience in a computer-aided drafting and design setting
Work or school experience in AutoCAD, Plant3D, CADWorx or similar programs
Revit and Inventor experience a plus
Experience with design of Food and Beverage processes a plus
Travel to client construction sites will be required of this position, approximately 20% of the year.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
Up to 20% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002426
Process Engineer Internship/Co-Op (May 2026)
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Dennis Group's Process Engineers are key in our projects of designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Process Engineers work in every aspect of a project - controls, packaging, mechanical, electrical, building system, architecture, etc., from the conceptual stages to design completion, and throughout construction. They provide expertise in flow diagrams, alterations, constraints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), layout, install, and commissioning and start-up. Process Engineers enable operational efficiencies for the food and beverage process plants of our clients. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Responsibilities
Develop process design basis and select unit operations.
Develop operation specifications.
Coordinate with other project disciplines (engineers, designers, architects, etc.)
Prepare process flow and piping and instrumentation diagrams
Create process flow diagrams.
Prepare mass and energy balances
Size and specify process and process utility equipment
Equipment procurement and bid evaluation.
Assist project management with the development of project scope, budget, and schedule for all process related work
Help to coordinate the schedules and work of contractors for process equipment installation.
Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop cost estimates and proposals.
Provide client assumptions on supply recommendations.
Develop process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
Oversee process and utility equipment installations
Provide onsite construction start-up and commissioning support.
Research process engineering best practices
Support talent growth within our organization
Required Education Skills and Experience
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
Familiarity with process flow diagrams and P&IDs is a plus.
Interest in food safety and sanitary design principles and a desire learn about various food and beverage industry standards, practices, and regulations.
Experience with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
Past process experience in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, or other sanitary environments is a plus.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
GPA: 3.0 or above
Must meet Travel Requirement - On-site construction project coordination and management with travel requirements between 30-50% of the year
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
Up to 50% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002493
Architect (Industrial) - Internship/Co-Op (Start May 2026)
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
As a design/build engineering firm and general contractor, Dennis Group's Architects support our industrial architectural practice in designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Our projects are industrial projects that are complex and require frequent interaction with our project managers, process designers, and multiple different disciplines of engineering staff. The Architect is a key role in all phases of architectural design and facility programming for defining spaces and their characteristics from proposal development through construction administration. Architects apply knowledge in areas of sanitary design, building materials, and construction methods. As an Architect Intern on the Dennis Group team responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients' needs and budget.
Assist in establishing budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager
Help review applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc.
Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc.
Produce schematics, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members.
Prepare presentation materials (renderings, drawings)
Assist in document coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications.
Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools.
Prepare submittals for regulatory / permit approval.
Develop code analysis sheets.
Perform quantity surveys.
Prepare bid tabs.
Perform construction administration duties - RFI's, RFP's, change orders, on-site observation, etc.
Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors.
Participate in marketing efforts and presentations to prospective clients.
Supporting talent growth within our organization .
Required Education Skills and Experience
Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Architecture. Pursuing a master's degree is a plus.
GPA: 3.0 or above
Industrial and /or Commercial Architectural and LEED experience is a plus.
Desire to work on, familiar with, or experience in commercial or industrial projects.
Familiarity with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems.
Familiarity and/or experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary.
Familiarity and/or experience with Revit is strongly preferred.
Familiar with all phases of a project including construction documentation review.
Understanding of the project management process.
Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills.
Professional and collaborative work ethic.
Must meet travel requirement - overnight travel not less than 25% of any given year to client facilities and construction sites.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
Up to 25% of travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002543
Architect (Industrial) - Internship/Co-Op (Start May 2026)
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
As a design/build engineering firm and general contractor, Dennis Group's Architects support our industrial architectural practice in designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Our projects are industrial projects that are complex and require frequent interaction with our project managers, process designers, and multiple different disciplines of engineering staff. The Architect is a key role in all phases of architectural design and facility programming for defining spaces and their characteristics from proposal development through construction administration. Architects apply knowledge in areas of sanitary design, building materials, and construction methods. As an Architect Intern on the Dennis Group team responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
* Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients' needs and budget.
* Assist in establishing budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager
* Help review applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc.
* Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc.
* Produce schematics, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members.
* Prepare presentation materials (renderings, drawings)
* Assist in document coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications.
* Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools.
* Prepare submittals for regulatory / permit approval.
* Develop code analysis sheets.
* Perform quantity surveys.
* Prepare bid tabs.
* Perform construction administration duties - RFI's, RFP's, change orders, on-site observation, etc.
* Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors.
* Participate in marketing efforts and presentations to prospective clients.
* Supporting talent growth within our organization .
Required Education Skills and Experience
* Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Architecture. Pursuing a master's degree is a plus.
* GPA: 3.0 or above
* Industrial and /or Commercial Architectural and LEED experience is a plus.
* Desire to work on, familiar with, or experience in commercial or industrial projects.
* Familiarity with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems.
* Familiarity and/or experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary.
* Familiarity and/or experience with Revit is strongly preferred.
* Familiar with all phases of a project including construction documentation review.
* Understanding of the project management process.
* Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills.
* Professional and collaborative work ethic.
* Must meet travel requirement - overnight travel not less than 25% of any given year to client facilities and construction sites.
Physical Requirements
* Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
* Up to 25% of travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002543
CAD Drafter/Designer, Co-Op or Internship (May 2026)
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
The CAD Drafter / Designer position is a solid foundation for a career in architecture, process equipment/piping design, and facility design. The role adequately creates drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software both in 2D and 3D formats in designing mechanical, electrical, piping, plumbing, and equipment layouts for our design build food and beverage process facility projects. The role will require knowledge in areas of architectural concepts, practices, regulations, standards, and building materials. Responsibilities include but not be limited to:
Responsibilities
Create design drawings with CAD software both in 2D and 3D formats, at the direction of Engineers and more Senior Designers
Coordinate with Designers, Architects, Engineers, and Project Managers to produce design drawings per project specifications.
Read architectural drawings, mechanical/electrical/plumbing drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layouts, and piping plans.
Analyze available information to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete design drawings
Ensure drawings comply with building regulations and architectural standards
Prepare documents to a level consistent with set quality standards while maintaining project schedules
Take responsibility for the development and coordination of small drawings sets.
Work with client and engineering disciplines to define requirements in the preparation of design and construction documents
Check finished drawings against markup and CAD Standards
Manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
Work with BIM360, Navisworks and MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel), CAD, AutoCAD 2020 and Plant 3D
Assist Construction Managers with coordination issues in the field.
Research CAD drafting / designing best practices
About You
Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Design or a related field.
GPA = 3.0 (minimum)
Work or school experience in a computer-aided drafting and design setting
Work or school experience in AutoCAD, Plant3D, CADWorx or similar programs
Revit and Inventor experience a plus
Experience with design of Food and Beverage processes a plus
Travel to client construction sites will be required of this position, approximately 20% of the year.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
Up to 20% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002557
Automation/Controls Engineer - Internship/Co-Op (Start May 2026)
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
As a design / build engineering firm and general contractor that designs and builds food and beverage processing facilities, Dennis Group's Automation & Controls Engineers work closely with our process, packaging and building engineers to meet our clients' expectations in startup, commissioning, and qualifying their food and beverage production facilities. The role requires regular onsite presence to ensure necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, and operational startup of our client's production lines, equipment, and facilities. Our Automation & Controls Engineers are frequently facing engineering challenges in applying standard engineering techniques to design, develop, and maintain instrumentation or control systems. Both software and hardware design and troubleshooting skills and abilities are required for this role. Typical responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level engineer
Design and troubleshoot both software and hardware necessary for control systems utilizing PLCs for integration of manufacturing systems.
Automate manufacturing processes through the use of instrumentation or controls systems.
Design, diagnose, and troubleshoot network infrastructures - Ethernet, DeviceNet, AS-i, Profibus etc.
Develop new PLC applications, interfaces, or embedded controls
Develop new or modify existing set-up and commissioning of new facilities or upgrading of existing facilities
Design, specify, wire, and procure control panel equipment, e.g. safety circuits, I/O, networks, etc.
Design, specify, and procure electrical equipment, e.g. MCCs, panelboards, transformers, etc.
Specify, procure, configure, and troubleshoot controls hardware and field instrumentation
Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions and make recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations
Develop bid documentation for Electrical, Automation, and Low Voltage (network, security) vendors
Document specifications and operating procedures
Interface and manage installation contractors during construction
Research Automation & Controls materials and best practices
Support talent growth within our organization
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Allen Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, GE Fanuc, Honeywell Systems familiarity.
Visual Basic, SQL, MS ACCESS Database programming skills a plus.
Design and implement process network infrastructure (Ethernet, Device Net, Control Net, ProfiBus etc).
Database programming skills a plus.
Proficiency with MS Office and AutoCAD Required
Must meet travel requirement - you will spend significant time in our client's facilities during installation and startup/commissioning/qualification phases of a project - 35% to 50% of any given time of the year.
GPA: 3.0
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking during installation, commissioning, and startup.
Must be able to lift-up to 30 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
Up to 50% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics
JOB CODE: 1002538
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002663
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
* Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
* Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
* Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
* Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
* Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
* Change order and general construction administration
* Coordination of field engineering
* Inspection coordination
* Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
* Research construction management best practices
* This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
* Prepare and administer third-party agreements
* Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
* Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
* Manage project punch-list inspection
* Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
* Other tasks as assigned
* Support and coordinate facility start up
* Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
* Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
* Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
* Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
* Coordinate project close-out activities
* Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
* Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
* GPA: 3.0 or above.
* Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
* Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
* Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
* Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
* A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
* Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
* Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
* Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
* Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
* Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
* Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
* Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
* Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
* Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
* Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002663
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Job Description
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002512
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Job Description
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possible Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - January 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possible Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002509
Construction Manager Co-Op/Internship (Traveling USA) - May 2026
Co-operations internship job at The Dennis Group
Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (Industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The Construction Manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.
The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.
Responsibilities
Work with project management on the developing and updating project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establish and maintain site safety procedures with our safety team
Oversee process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Manage third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Research construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Prepare and administer third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procure project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Manage project punch-list inspection
Promote continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Other tasks as assigned
Support and coordinate facility start up
Prepare and maintain project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Coordinate project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
About You
Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
GPA: 3.0 or above.
Familiarity with Design-build construction method (strongly preferred).
Have a fundamental understanding overseeing subcontractors and driving the project schedule.
Have good communication & presentation skills for client interactions - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
Past job site experience working on industrial building projects - Past internships are strongly preferred.
A fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Project is strongly preferred.
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.
Be willing to work long hours during the summer months - 10+ hours a day.
Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
Willing to be relocate during internship to be onsite of project - Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possibly Canada.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement:
Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
JOB CODE: 1002511
Intern - System Protection Engineering
Davenport, IA jobs
MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation. MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a student pursuing a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering graduating later than August 2026. System Protection Engineering interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and activities that occur within the energy industry. Interns will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills learned through college and apply them to the workplace. The position is temporary, nonexempt, and full-time/hourly through the summer.
Skills for Success
* Prior energy industry experience helpful but not required.
* Effective project management skills.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Software skills to be used in extracting information from various sources, conducting analysis and assisting workforce to achieve goals.
* Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently
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Qualifications
* Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in electrical engineering.
* Must be available May-August 2026.
* Must have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities
* Duties will involve working with protection and control systems that are responsible for safely operating and protecting the electric grid. These duties could include:
* Reading and interpreting construction documents and drawings for medium and high voltage protection and control equipment.
* Developing protection system calculations and studies.
* Preparing designs on projects requiring basic engineering skills.
* Producing relay settings for Generators, Transformers, Buses, Transmission Line, Reactors/Capacitors, and Distribution Equipment.
* Creating RTU configurations for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution Substations.
* Investigating protection system operations.
* Modeling the transmission system to perform short circuit and protection system coordination studies.
* Opportunity to work with one or more System Protection Department functional teams based upon qualifications and interest: Transmission Protection, Distribution Protection, Operational Data Analysis, CAPE Database Maintenance, Reliability & Compliance, Relay Projects or SCADA, Telemetering & RTU.
* Additional projects as assigned under the direction of qualified engineering staff.
Performance Expectations
* Enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
* Provide project assistance.
* Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
* Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
* Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities.
* Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
* Attend work on a regular basis and support the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
* Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.
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