Undergraduate Intern-Construction Management

Job Description

The City of Naperville’s Department of Public Works seeks Summer Intern for full-time summer employment for the 2026 season. Duties  include both office and field work (in all weather conditions). Work hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Term of employment is for approximately 13 - 14 weeks, from approximately mid-May through mid-August.) This position is an excellent opportunity to network with City employees and to learn and work for a very progressive organization.

Duties

• This position will assist the Project Manager with construction oversight of multiple facility maintenance and improvement projects.
• Promote a safe work environment by following and reinforcing safety protocols.  Attend safety meetings and report potential hazards.
• Participate in on-site field inspections to observe and verify contractor work for compliance with plans, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Support construction coordination efforts, including contractor communication, scheduling activities, and public notifications related to construction projects.
• Conduct field surveys, measurements, and data collection to support current and future Capital Improvement Projects.
• Assist with construction documentation, including inspection notes, photographs, and basic tracking of quantities and progress.
• Gain hands-on exposure by assisting the Public Building Operations team with construction-related maintenance activities, material handling, and transporting tools or materials to job sites.
• As necessary, this position will provide support to the Public Building Operations team by performing related clerical and field tasks and operations such as transporting materials to job locations and participating/assisting with building maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Interest in construction, project management, and field operations.
• Possess a basic understanding of construction methods, materials, and engineering concepts, including concrete and asphalt.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with CADD and GIS are a definite plus.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a field-based construction environment.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a valid State of Illinois Class D Driver's License.  Applicants should possess a driving history with no moving violations for at least the last twelve (12) months.
• Please note:  children, stepchildren, or grand children of City employees or City Council members are not eligible to apply.
• Any offer of employment will be contingent upon a pre-employment/post-offer drug screen.

Additional Information

The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago.  Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live.  The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area.  It’s also a great place to work!  Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.

Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application.  Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

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