Oregon - 2025 Internship Program

OREGON EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT - Salem, OR

Full-time - Intern

Salem, OR

About the position

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI) is seeking a construction-focused project intern to join their Oregon Project Teams. This internship is designed for students pursuing a degree in construction management or related fields, providing hands-on experience in the civil construction industry, particularly in water and wastewater infrastructure. Interns will assist with various project controls and construction administration duties, contributing to the successful delivery of projects while adhering to the company's guiding principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project controls, change orders, RFIs, and other construction administration duties.
• Prepare look ahead schedules with information from subcontractors.
• Assist in generation of various reports such as submittal and RFI logs, and with document control.
• Process Submittals and RFIs.
• Update working drawings with RFIs and Changes to ensure the team is working with the most current information.
• Perform simple calculations.
• Provide technical support for construction efforts.
• Contact vendors for information.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Work in a manner to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines.

Requirements

• In progress toward earning a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related degree.
• Interest in a career in heavy construction.
• Experienced with complete Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities for working in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
• Experience with/aptitude for construction and/or mechanical processes.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior internship experience in the heavy construction industry.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in the civil construction industry.
• Opportunity to work with experienced professionals in the field.