Project Management Internship
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The Korte Company
Highland, IL, US
Summary
Interns will participate in fundamental construction project management tasks, including communication with project teams and subcontractors. They will also assist in building project estimates, schedules, and procurement logs while utilizing construction technology software.
Job Description
Start your career before you graduate! Through the Korte Internship Program you will join our team of more than 200 construction and design professionals dedicated to learning, improvement and excellence. On our team, you’ll be at the forefront of design and construction, gaining real-world experience and getting paid.
At our job sites and in our offices, we work as a team to deliver quality. Using an integrated Design-Build approach, we pave the way for every team member to contribute creative solutions. This means you will spend the summer working hand-in-hand with owners, subcontractors, designers, estimators and project managers for our nationwide construction projects.
We are looking for undergraduate and graduate students interested in becoming part of the brightest in the design and construction industry. Apply now if you are ambitious, quality-driven, and interested in gaining valuable professional, hands-on experience.
Now accepting applications for Summer 2027!
Project Management: learn and participate in fundamental construction project management deliverables including but not limited to:
- Communication with internal project teams, subcontractors, and owners
- Building and maintenance of project estimates, schedules, and procurement logs
- Understanding of building systems, their components, and how to coordinate them between trades
- Exposure to and use of construction technology software (e.g., project management platforms, scheduling tools, estimating software) to support project execution and collaboration
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE
Qualified applicants will have:
- Pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Construction Engineering, Architecture, Civil or other related Engineering field — including Business degree with a focus or interest in construction or project management
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
This role is part of the Project Management Career Path, and team members benefit from a structured Professional Development Plan (PDP) designed to support career growth.
Typical growth opportunities along this path include:
- Project Engineer → Assistant Project Manager → Project Manager → Senior Project Manager
ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY
The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL and Las Vegas, NV.
Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than fifty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide.
Throughout our history, Korte has pioneered both Design-Build and construction management as effective project delivery methods. Our staff includes architects and engineers to provide a full range of integrated design and construction services. Korte was one of the seven founding members of the Design-Build Institute of America.
Founded
1958
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
St. Louis, MO
The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than fifty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide.
Throughout our history, Korte has pioneered both Design-Build and construction management as effective project delivery methods. Our staff includes architects and engineers to provide a full range of integrated design and construction services. Korte was one of the seven founding members of the Design-Build Institute of America.
Founded
1958
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
St. Louis, MO