Construction Project Intern
Florida Palm Construction (FPC) is a dynamic and scaling construction company based in South Florida. Since our founding in 2014, we’ve successfully managed projects ranging from $50,000 to $10 million across the Commercial, Government, and Specialty Residential sectors.
We are currently seeking a Construction Project Intern to assist with multiple projects from planning through delivery. The Project Intern would be given the opportunity to learn the industry within our Construction Team, ensuring that each project stays on budget and on schedule while maintaining profitability targets and supporting FPC’s position as an employer of choice.
At FPC, we operate under a shared belief system—our Flywheel—which guides everything we do:
- We attract and retain top talent aligned with our core values and ensure they feel acknowledged and appreciated.
- We build trust with our clients and pursue Great Projects.
- We make the client part of our team and deliver our product well.
- We produce profit by staying on budget and on schedule.
- We invest in developing our people to continuously expand our vision as a company.
Core Values & Job Competencies
Our Core Values represent the behaviors that guide our team and are essential to succeeding in this role:
- Do What You Say You’re Going to Do
- Grow Thyself
- Mindset Matters
- Play as a Team
- Get Shit Done
Key Responsibilities
Project Intern:
- Subcontractors and Contractors file management and organization
- Attend internal & external handoff meetings as needed
- Delivery of sealed bids and project documentation
- Assist in obtaining material costs
- Assist in organizing projects in preconstruction
- Assist project team in providing clear and timely updates to stakeholders on project status, strategy, and adjustments.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with clients, inspectors, architects, engineers, and municipal agencies.
- Support permit application processes as needed
- Assisting in project documentation and preparation
- Collaborate in weekly team meetings and support open communication.
- Identify and resolve construction-related conflicts in a proactive manner.
- Travel to job sites as assigned to monitor progress and client satisfaction.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and construction scheduling.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Projects) and construction management software (including Blue Beam).
- Strong ability to learn processes and follow them.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.
- Good communication/English skills
- Good understanding of basic math
- Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License with a good driving record
- Positive attitude
- Willing to learn
- Strong work ethic
Learning Outcomes:
- The construction project cycle from permitting, preconstruction, construction and compliance.
- Project Accounting
- Project Scheduling and management
- Code compliance and inspection requirements
- City Permitting process and general contractor requirements.
Compensation
- Starting $18.00–$20.00 hourly based on experience and qualifications
- Seasonal position with the opportunity to develop into Full-Time:
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Comprehensive industry training, with opportunities to grow in skills and construction knowledge.
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership development within a supportive team
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to grow with a company that’s building something lasting.