MetroNational · 20 hours ago
Summer Internship - Construction & Development
Houston, TX
Internship
Onsite
InternMetroNational is offering a Construction & Development Internship for students to gain hands-on experience in commercial construction and development. Interns will work closely with the Construction & Development team on real-world projects and have opportunities for professional development and networking.
Business DevelopmentProperty DevelopmentReal EstateResidentialShopping Mall
Responsibilities
Assist with organizing drawings, documents, samples, and project files to keep information accurate and accessible
Assist with gathering basic project data such as photos, measurements, or product details during site visits
Support the maintenance of simple project logs, including RFIs, submittals, meeting notes, and daily progress photos
Observe site walks with project managers to learn about construction activities and assist in documenting field conditions
Assist with reviewing drawing revisions by comparing updated plans to previous versions and noting changes for the team
Support the preparation of internal reports, weekly summaries, or presentation slides using provided project information
Contribute to research tasks such as gathering material options, sustainability insights, or product specifications
Assist with preparing meeting materials, organizing sample boards, assembling binders, or setting up project rooms
Observe team coordination between design, construction, and property management to understand how decisions impact the overall project
Contribute to small, guided assignments aligned with your skills or academic focus
Assist in preparing your final presentation by documenting observations, experiences, and key learnings
Qualification
Required
Enrollment in an accredited college or university majoring in: Construction Science / Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or Architectural Engineering, Project Management with a built-environment or engineering focus, or another closely related field (e.g., Building Science, Structural Engineering)
Enrollment in or recent completion of an accredited construction, engineering, or design-focused trade/technical program, such as: Construction Technology, Drafting / CAD or BIM Technology, Construction Supervision or Field Management
Completion of a recognized certificate program related to construction and development, such as: Construction Project Management, Commercial Construction Fundamentals, Estimating, Scheduling, or Cost Control
Minimum 3.2 GPA for college students or equivalent performance for trade school / certificate programs (final project score, instructor evaluation, or official pass status)
Must commit to full-time, on-site participation for the entire 8-week program (June 1 – July 24, 2026). Remote internships are not available
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Demonstrated attention to detail and interest in the built environment
Alignment with MetroNational's core values: Trust, Integrity, Impact, and Legacy
Company
MetroNational
MetroNational is a privately-held real estate investment, development, and management company headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Founded in 1954
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jason Johnson
President & CEO
Dennis Hall
Chief Technology Officer
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