Construction Intern

McHugh is committed to helping develop the next generation of builders. We realize that today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce, and we want to ensure that the best and the brightest are wearing McHugh hardhats.

Our internship program provides a realistic view of what it’s like to work at McHugh through hands-on experiences working in project management, engineering, safety, and warranty. Through our 12-week internship program you’ll be able to strengthen your resume and set the foundation for your professional career. You’ll get exposure to the complete life cycle of a construction project by working alongside our estimating, field and project management teams, and you will have the chance to make a real impact on McHugh projects. In addition, you will have the opportunity to build relationships throughout the organization through activities such as jobsite tours and company events.

McHugh Construction is a fourth-generation, privately-owned company and one of the largest full-service construction firms in the U.S. We have transformed some of the most luxurious five-star hotels like the Peninsula, Ritz-Carlton Chicago, Four Seasons, constructed record setting high rise buildings with NEMA Chicago, St. Regis Chicago, Aqua Tower, and built recreational facilities at United Center and Indoor Track & Field Facility at Gately Park.

If you are honest, reliable, hardworking and imaginative and share a passion to build, we want you on our team!

Example of Responsibilities:

• Draft/track RFIs and submittals, distribute responses to all involved parties, maintain status report.
• Create/maintain revisions log of contract documents to ensure team members are kept up to date.
• Assist with bid-cycle: provide quantity take offs, distribute bid packages, follow-up phone calls.
• Record keeping and document control.
• Additional duties as needed.

Eligibility:

• Students going into their sophomore, junior or senior year engineering or construction major.

Please note that this position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship

James McHugh Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, and or any other basis protected by law or company policy.

EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability
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