About the role#
Balfour Beatty is seeking students for our Summer 2027 Internship Program in Washington. This is a full-time, paid position designed to provide hands-on experience in the construction industry. You will work on-site to support project teams and gain exposure to core operational processes.
What you'll do#
- Assist with project budget management by tracking expenditures and coordinating billings.
- Review submittal data and shop drawings to ensure they align with project schedules.
- Support Safety and Quality Control programs by learning how to address site issues.
- Monitor status reports, meeting minutes, and change orders.
- Update as-built plans with changes, clarifications, and directives.
- Maintain logs for RFIs and change requests.
- Attend meetings with architects and owner representatives to observe project coordination.
- Learn company procedures and correspondence handling.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or Construction Technology program.
- Ability to learn new skills and information quickly.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Good self-organization and management habits.
- Prior commercial construction experience is helpful but not required.
- Willingness to participate in training, seminars, and team meetings.
- An expanding knowledge of construction details such as metals, casework, and doors.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Balfour Beatty US
Balfour Beatty US provides general contracting, design-build, and at-risk construction management services. The company operates across the United States, focusing on both heavy civil and vertical construction projects. Founded in 1909, it functions as a subsidiary of the London-based Balfour Beatty plc. The firm employs approximately 3,738 people and maintains its headquarters in Dallas, Texas.
How to get in at Balfour Beatty US
Applying early for an internship at Balfour Beatty US gives you a distinct advantage, as hiring managers often review candidates before the applicant pool becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you get your materials in before the pile grows. Being among the first to apply ensures your profile is seen while the team is still actively building their shortlist. It is a simple way to stay ahead of the curve in a competitive process. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles directly. Intern Insider surfaces the specific people managing the hiring process for Balfour Beatty US, allowing you to ask relevant questions about the role or request a referral. Connecting with a human being who is actually reviewing applications is much more effective than sending your resume into a digital queue.
