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Summer 2027 Internship

CompanyGlass Solutions Inc
LocationItasca
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 4, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist the project team with document control, material procurement, and scheduling across office, shop, and field environments. They will also track fabrication and installation progress while interacting with vendors and subcontractors to support project execution.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
69
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Glass Solutions, Inc. is a regional commercial glazing contractor, primarily focusing on exterior facades, tenant improvements and specialty glazing on new, existing, and renovated building projects. The GSI mission is to be an elite specialty contractor and trade partner in the construction industry. We emphasize client satisfaction and core company values. In 2019, Glass Solutions, Inc. reached an important milestone celebrating 20 years in business. Additionally, Glass Solutions, Inc. ranked 29th in Glass Magazine’s 2023 Top 50 Contract Glaziers and was also named "Best Company to Work For" in the industry by USGlass Magazine in 2022. We started Glass Solutions, Inc. so that we could share, provide, and create long lasting relationships with our exciting and innovative glasswork. We see all our client relationships as true partnerships, where we work together to deliver impressive and lasting results. The senior partners who started Glass Solutions, Inc. had more than sixty years’ experience in the glass industry. We are dedicated to being one of the Chicago area's premier glazing companies, and we have the knowledge and experience necessary to address a wide range of projects. We understand that we can best serve our partners by having excellent personnel at all levels of our organization. From project managers to shop floor to sales staff, we have a team of skilled, experienced, and qualified professionals who can ensure quality installations. Our project gallery shows our work at its best, combining our skill with our clients' vision we help create stunning buildings and interiors. Our corporate headquarters is centrally located which helps us access the entire Chicago region, allowing us to easily work with clients in the city and suburbs. Our 100,000+/- square foot facility has fabrication capabilities, so we can manufacture items and deliver them to project sites. Our full range of services can provide the glazing solutions for any project need.
About the Role

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

GSI is a regional commercial contractor with over 25 years of experience helping bring buildings to life. We specialize in installing the glass and metal features you see on the outside of buildings, as well as custom glasswork and improvements inside. From new construction to renovations, our work helps shape modern and inviting spaces. At GSI, people always come first.  We foster an entrepreneurial culture where team members can share ideas, be creative, learn new skills, and grow their careers. 

   

JOB SUMMARY

This position will assist the entire Project Team, primarily the Project Manager, Field Foreman and Shop Foreman on assigned construction projects. This role will learn and acquire on the job experiences and apply skill sets in the office, shop and field to further develop construction fundamentals and knowledge and to experience real world applications.

 
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes, but not limited to:

   

Office Activities

· Document Control – Maintain, organize, and distribute project documents.

· Submittals – Assist in the submittal processes as assigned.

· RFI’s – Prepare, submit, distribute to GC and applicable GSI suppliers and subcontractors.

· Scheduling – Participation in project schedule updates.

· Material Procurement – Perform necessary take-offs; Develop and issue RFQ’s and PO’s; Verify / check order acknowledgements.

· Fabrication Releases – Verification and checking of metal orders / cut lists and glass orders.

· Work Orders – Develop and issue WO tickets (delivery, fabrication, install, pick-up).

· Vendor Management – Daily / weekly follow up with vendors on commitments and progress.

· Labor Time Sheet Verification – Weekly verification of shop and field labor hours reporting.

· Interaction Development – Interact with internal and external resources to develop trade specific knowledge. Includes studying and understanding trade specific documents – i.e. shop drawings, specifications, industry publications.

  

Shop Activities

· Progress Reporting – Weekly fabrication and assembly progress tracking.

· Deliveries – Schedule, set-up and manage internal and external; inspect / verify external.

· Shop Requests – Process / procure necessary items and follow through.

· Fabrication – work under direct supervision of shop fabricator.

  

Field Activities

· Progress Reporting – Weekly installation progress tracking and progress photos.

· Deliveries – Schedule, set-up and manage internal and external; inspect / verify external.

· Field Requests – Process / procure necessary items and follow through.

· Occasional participation in weekly GC foreman / coordination meeting.

· Participation in field conflict issues / resolution.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a      related field. 
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage      multiple tasks in office, shop, and field settings. 
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to review and verify project documents, orders, and      reports accurately. 
  • Effective communication skills for interacting with project managers, foremen,      vendors, and subcontractors. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and willingness to      learn project management software. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively in team environments across office, shop, and      field operations. 
  • Eagerness to learn and apply construction fundamentals with a hands-on approach      to problem-solving and project execution.
Key Skills
Document ControlSubmittalsRFI PreparationProject SchedulingMaterial ProcurementFabrication ReleasesVendor ManagementLabor Time Sheet VerificationConstruction FundamentalsMicrosoft Office SuiteProject Management SoftwareOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-solvingTeam Collaboration
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