ACE Extern Phoenix (High School Students)

Mortenson is currently seeking an ACE Extern in our Phoenix office. Responsibilities Through an eight‑week rotation, the extern will experience life on and off the construction project site, gaining exposure to field work as well as office‑based disciplines such as Virtual Design & Construction, Safety, Estimating, Project Accounting, Lean, and others. The extern will work closely with an on‑site mentor and shadow professionals in several roles and functions. Benefits Build relationships and network with industry experts Eight‑week externship starting in mid‑June 30–40 hours a week Eligible for a $2,000 annual scholarship Competitive hourly rate (high school externs start at $17.50; higher wages based on school year) Consideration for future college externships Qualifications Current ACE program participant considering a career in Construction, Engineering, or Architecture Minimum age of 16 at the beginning of the externship Intent to pursue a four‑year degree in Construction Management, Construction or Civil Engineering, Architectural & Electrical Engineering, or related Safety, Health and Environmental degrees Ability to interact professionally with staff at all levels Strong planning, organization, and multitasking skills Overall GPA of at least 3.0 Comfortable working in environments with dirt, heat, noise, dust, and trailer office setups Right to work in the U.S. (not solely on a student visa or third‑party sponsor) Team‑work orientation, initiative, communication, and problem‑solving skills Professional attitude and customer‑service skills Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mortenson