Gardner Builders · 3 months ago
Construction Project Management Intern (Summer 2026)
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22/hr - $22/hr
Start in 2026 SummerGardner Builders is a commercial construction company that prioritizes building relationships rooted in hospitality. They are seeking a Construction Project Management Intern for Summer 2026 to support Project Managers in the management of construction projects, prepare materials for meetings, conduct audits, and assist with project scheduling and closeout tasks.
CommercialConstructionHospitalityIndustrial
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support several Project Managers and assist in the day-to-day management of construction projects
Split your time between both office and field
Prepare materials for project kickoff meetings
Participate in on-screen takeoffs for proposals and pricing
Assist with submittal and RFI processes
Conduct safety and quality audits
Document site observation reports
Manage punchlist tracking and monitoring
Assist in creating project schedules and adjusting them as needed
Utilize Procore and Bluebeam software
Handle inventory and inspections as materials arrive to site
Prepare project closeout binder templates
Gain an understanding of CSI divisions and scopes of work
Learn the roles and responsibilities of construction site teams
Contribute to project closeout and other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Junior or senior standing in a Bachelor's program
Passion for construction and eagerness to learn
Proficiency with Microsoft and Google Suites (Apple product knowledge is a plus)
Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to collaborate effectively and take initiative
Willingness to self-manage and follow through on projects
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.)
We are only considering local candidates at this time
Preferred
Construction Management, Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering major(s)
A spirit of curiosity, passion for learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile
Previous internship or hands-on construction experience
Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction software
Demonstrated leadership in school, community, or work settings
Benefits
Paid parking or public transportation costs
Company-provided phone and laptop
Free onsite fitness facility
Earned Safe and Sick Time
Regular company and team outings
Company
Gardner Builders
Gardner Builders is a hospitality company in the commercial construction business.
Founded in 2010
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Paul Wade
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-06-13
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