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Construction Intern

CompanyCalPortland
LocationSanta Maria
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with various tasks in heavy civil projects, including safety training, quantity take-offs, and material ordering. They will also help project managers with scheduling and billing, and learn about other departments within CalPortland.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$21 - $27
Company Size
1277
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Established in 1891, CalPortland is a major building materials and construction solutions provider to the Western United States and Canada. We provide solutions to your greatest construction challenges with expertise in cement production and distribution, ready mixed concrete, aggregate, asphalt, construction services and other building materials. CalPortland is committed to solving tomorrow's challenges today through the advancement of sustainable materials and renewable technologies. The recognition by US EPA ENERGY STAR over the last twenty consecutive years (2005 - 2024) is a feat that is unmatched by any other U.S. building materials company.
About the Role

Job Summary

CalPortland is seeking a summer intern for the Construction Group. This internship is ideal for a student interested in construction management and civil engineering. This individual will have the opportunity to work on a variety of heavy civil projects such as road, bridge, disaster recovery, etc., performing tasks in all phases of the project (i.e., bid/estimates, fieldwork, documentation, compliance reporting, etc.)

Compensation

$20.50-$27.00/hr DOE 

Responsibilities

  • Complete Safety and OSHA training and any other site/job specific required training
  • Carry-out and practice all Safety training and company policies in the CalPortland workplace 
  • Assist estimators with quanitity take-offs and quote requests 
  • Assist project managers with material ordering, subcontractor scheduling, measurement/billing, and more 
  • Assist with building a reporting process that can review and qualify all operating and ownership cost
  • Learn about other CalPortland departments and interface as required
  • Attend Summer Intern Day event in Las Vegas, NV
  • Perform other divisional tasks as assigned 

Education

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field.

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Good attendance and punctual
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting

Preferred: 

  • Experience with SAP 
  • Prior experience or internship in the construction or building materials industry
  • Prior experience with Bluebeam, AGTEK, P6 and other construction industry software

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

Key Skills
Construction ManagementCivil EngineeringSafety TrainingMicrosoft Office SuiteTeamworkIndependent WorkQuantity Take-offsMaterial OrderingSubcontractor SchedulingMeasurement/BillingReporting ProcessSAPBluebeamAGTEKP6
Categories
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