Fall 2025 Field Intern

 Operational Tasks 

• Assist with supervision and coordination of the on-site subcontractors.
• Facilitate on-site problem solving.  
• Maintain regularly scheduled subcontractor meetings.  
• Assist with the generation of RFI’s and daily reports.  
• Assist with the development and maintenance of the look ahead schedules.
• Assist with the coordination and scheduling of material deliveries.
• Prepare and execute project work lists.  

Assist in Establishing and Managing a Positive On-Site Project Culture  

• Be an active participant in the Columbia Way.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a culture of respect and professionalism.  

Establish and Maintain a Strong On-Site Safety Culture 

• Work with Columbia safety department to identify potential safety issues on project and develop safety mitigation measures.  
• Attend site safety orientations and communicate clear safety expectations.  
• Assist with weekly safety inspection checklists. 

Partner with Project Team 

• Develop and maintain an open and honest line of communication with the project team.  
• Participate in weekly internal team meetings.  
• Report field problems and issues to Superintendent in a timely manner.
• Participate in subcontractor meetings.  

Partner with Subcontractors/Suppliers 

• Have a knowledge of the subcontractors’ Scope of Work. 
• Help facilitate on-site problem solving with the subcontractors.

Work Environment

• Office setting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Construction Site: Walking the site on uneven walking surfaces, climbing ladders, being around machinery with moving parts and around heavy equipment.
• Protective gear: Wearing personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, clothing, and a hard hat, for most of the day while on the construction site.
• Work Hours: This position generally works standard hours, but may work extended hours, nights, and weekends, especially during critical project phases, to address project delays or to assist with site coverage.
• Company Culture: Columbia strives to maintain a culture that is respectful of family and work/life balance and values that everyone is a hands-on contributor and feels comfortable sharing ideas and opinions. Our day-to-day operations are designed to encourage interactions between Columbia employees within and across teams, and to spark conversation and creativity.