Construction Intern Summer 2026

4th Generation Family Owned and Operated One of the Largest Asphalt and Concrete paving companies in the Midwest Established reputation of high-quality materials and craftmanship Collaborative Work Environment Safety centered work culture K-Five Construction has an enduring commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability, ensuring that the infrastructure we build not only meets, but exceeds the needs of generations to come. Join the team that will shape the roadways and communities of tomorrow. At K-Five Construction, there are opportunities for growth, a supportive work environment, and the chance to tackle some of the most challenging and rewarding projects in the field. With the best talent, equipment, and technology in the industry, K-Five is a world-class place to grow your career and see the impact of your work in Chicagoland and beyond. The construction management internship positions provide students with an introduction to the road construction business. Students will work in several different departments throughout the course of the internship including estimating, project management, field supervision, survey, quality control and trucking. Students will support each department by performing takeoffs, completing paperwork and touring different jobsites to become familiar with construction operations. As an intern you will be given the responsibilities of a full-time entry level position. We carefully match students to positions related to their academic and career goals. Duties and responsibilities Gain familiarity with plans, specifications and scope of each project managed . Calculate take off from plans. Create proposals. Contribute in pre-construction planning. Perform project site visits. Work with Quality control and Survey departments. Assemble and process project documents. Place material orders and other daily communications. Qualifications Students must be enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or Construction Management program Ability to work on multiple projects at one time. Must be a self-starter, willing to do what it takes to get the job done. Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies. Strong leadership skills; ability to develop and motivate a project team. Highly organized: can handle multiple projects concurrently; demonstrates proficiency in planning needs assessment and communication of both. Knowledgeable of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Must possess strong organizational and time management skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Working conditions The working conditions for this job entail a combination of working in an office setting and working in the field. Offsite jobsite visits include working outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat. May require evening and weekend work on a regular basis. Physical requirements Incumbent is required to sit and stand for extended periods of time, as well as operate a motor vehicle. Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr K-Five Construction Corporation