Summer 2024 Construction Intern

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking a construction-focused intern for summer 2024 on several Oregon-based projects.

• Hillsboro, Oregon
• Dexter, Oregon
• Keizer, Oregon
• Medford, Oregon
• Klamath Falls, Oregon

Please note the city in which you'd like to be considered for an internship.

Slayden is a leader in the construction industry, with a primary focus on water and wastewater infrastructure. Slayden is built on strong values, hard work and a commitment to getting the job done right. The success of our company is best expressed through our efforts to provide a safe workplace with respected employees and a committed management team. Our approach has provided steady growth in work volume, successful career development for personnel, and an extensive list of satisfied clients for more than 30 years.

Essential Functions

• Assist with project controls, change orders, RFI’s, 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. Keep this set up to date 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 your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Basic Qualifications

• 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, and excellent writing and communications skills.
• Excellent written and oral 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in the heavy construction industry.

Benefits

• A housing stipend may be provided to accommodate summer housing for internship.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.