Mortenson’s success is not a matter of luck; it’s a result of our ingenuity, expertise, and exceptional people coupled with our unparalleled focus on customer service.

Our foundation and culture are based upon our company values of trust, safety, teamwork, responsibility, service and stewardship. We are inspired by a compelling purpose to build structures and facilities for the advancement of modern society and a mission to create an exceptional customer experience. Mortenson has built a reputation for being a leader in our industry and in the communities in which we live and work.

It all starts with our extraordinary people and collaborative teams. Mortenson has been voted a "best place to work" over 40 times since 2002… 

…What are you waiting for?!

Join the team committed to crafting inspiring spaces and developing new ways to build. Mortenson is seeking dynamic and motivated individuals with the ability to work well with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, inventive, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Our internships grow your skillset with opportunities of focus in a variety of areas including: field operations and management, scheduling, estimating, mechanical/electrical/pluming, and quality management.

Responsibilities

Learn from the best. Potential job functions based on internship type may include: 

• Championing Mortenson's zero injury safety requirements


• Completing construction change orders


• Handling shop drawings, submittals, and the request for information (RFI) processes


• Assisting with purchase orders and subcontractor agreements


• Partnering in construction sequencing and schedule maintenance


• Collaborating with team in preconstruction and pre-installation meetings


• Assisting with subcontractor coordination meetings and correspondence


• Utilizing industry-leading technology and software to assist in construction processes


• Supporting preparation and evaluation of bid packages


• Consulting with subcontractors and material suppliers


• Handling material procurement


• Participating in architect and owner interaction

Project Assignment:

Get ready to go places and jump-start your career through our distinguished national internship program. You will have the opportunity to join our team in one of the following areas/industries:

• Advanced Manufacturing


• Chicago Office


• Civil Operating Group


• Data Center Group


• Denver Office


• Electric Vehicle and Microgrid Group 


• Energy Storage Group


• Engineering Services Group


• Federal Contracting Group


• Milwaukee Office


• Minneapolis Office


• Nashville Office


• Phoenix Office


• Portland Office


• Power Distribution Group


• Salt Lake City Office


• Seattle Office


• Solar and Emerging Renewables Group


• Sports and Entertainment Group


• Washington D.C. Office


• Wind Energy Group

Additional Information:

You will join an exciting and ever-changing industry with a minimum 12-week internship with our team. Mortenson internships are available year-round; however, this opportunity is for the Summer (May – August 2025). Placement with one of our teams will be provided based on the overall needs of the organization.

Required Qualifications:

Cultivate your skills in your chosen field of study and build your career with Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate, four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Safety Management or other related degree


• Are willing to be mobile/relocate


• Have access to reliable transportation


• Possess a current driver’s license


• Are comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and a trailer office environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Are you adaptable and an agile learner? Do you have big ideas and a creative spirit? Are you driven to make a positive difference through your work? We want to hear from you. You are perfect for this opportunity if you:

• Have previous related internship experience


• Ability to work 40 hours / week in a full-time capacity


• Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 / 4.0


• Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate freshman, sophomore or junior


• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple tasks


• Possess the right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer


• Have a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices


• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative


• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills

The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $19.50. Students in their sophomore year of college, or more, are paid higher wages based on their year in school. 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.