About the role#
AvalonBay Communities is hiring Construction Interns for the Summer 2027 term. This full-time, paid internship offers hands-on experience in the construction management of multi-family apartment communities. You will work on-site at one or more of our construction projects, gaining exposure to either new construction or capital projects redevelopment.
What you'll do#
- Manage new construction tasks including site and concrete work, framing, rough mechanicals, finishes, budgeting, and scheduling.
- Support capital projects by managing redevelopment on occupied communities while maintaining an orderly environment for residents.
- Collaborate with Superintendents, Project Managers, Subcontractors, Lead Engineers, and Architects.
- Update changes, clarifications, directives, and RFIs in real-time.
- Coordinate with team members, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain efficient schedules.
- Participate in a Summer Learning Series to engage with construction leaders and learn about industry processes.
- Learn about the Incident and Injury-Free Workplace safety culture and best safety practices.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related program.
- Ability to learn new skills quickly and a curiosity about the construction process.
- Exceptional time management and organization skills.
- A bias for action and an eagerness to see tasks through to completion.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A desire to apply academic knowledge to real-world construction situations.
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel and Word.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong math comprehension and calculation skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
About AvalonBay Communities
AvalonBay Communities is a real estate investment trust that develops and manages apartment communities across the United States. Founded in 1978, the company maintains a presence in regions including the Northeast, California, and Texas. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and operates as a public company. The firm focuses on property development, construction, and customer service.
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