Self-Perform Intern (Summer 2027)

Job Title: Self-Perform Intern

Employment Type: Intern

Division: Riggs

Department: Riggs

Work Schedule: Full-time/40-hours - In Person

Salary Range: $24 - $29/hour

The Self-Perform Intern supports project teams in planning, coordinating, and executing self-performed work in the field. This role offers hands-on exposure to field operations, manpower scheduling, logistics planning, and construction execution.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Assist in planning and executing self-performed work in the field, including the development of logistics plans, access plans, and initial schedules.
• Help coordinate and schedule manpower across multiple jobs.
• Support field coordination efforts and contribute to various field reporting tasks.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, construction methods, and field conditions/logistics; report findings and best practices.
• Assist in managing the change management process on active projects.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, including subcontractor and insurance requirements, and participate in weekly safety reviews.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the team.

Key Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Effective time management with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.
• Motivated and driven.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.

Required Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong preference for students studying Civil Engineering or a construction-related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in construction management and the construction industry.