Construction Operations Intern Lexington, KY $20–$23/hr | 20–30 Hours/Week | Paid Internship Skilled Trades Partners is seeking a motivated Construction Operations Intern for a paid internship opportunity with an established fire protection contractor in Lexington, KY.This is a great opportunity for a college student studying Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Operations, Construction Management, or a related field who wants hands-on exposure to how a specialty construction company operates. This won't be an internship where you're sitting behind a desk all day. You'll spend time supporting office operations while also getting exposure to active field operations and working directly with experienced tradespeople.
What You'll Do:- Support day-to-day construction and business operationsAssist office and operations teams with ongoing projects
- Work with field personnel and skilled tradespeople
- Gain exposure to the coordination between office and field operationsAssist with project documentation, organization, and administrative tasks
- Help track information and follow up on operational needs
- Participate in occasional field visits and gain firsthand exposure to active construction projects
- Assist with additional projects based on current business and operational needs
What We're Looking For:- Currently enrolled in college or a related educational program
- Pursuing Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Operations, Construction Management, or a related degree
- Interested in construction, engineering, operations, or skilled trades
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable interacting with both office staff and field tradespeople
- Dependable and willing to take initiative
- Comfortable learning new systems and processes
- Ability to work approximately 20–30 hours per week
What You'll Gain:- $20–$23/hr20–30 hours per week
- Hands-on experience in both office and field operations
- Exposure to commercial construction and fire protection
- Opportunity to work directly with experienced construction professionals and skilled tradespeople
- Real-world experience in project and business operations
- Experience that complements engineering, construction management, and business coursework
Start Building Your CareerIf you're looking for an internship that gives you exposure beyond the classroom and the opportunity to see how construction projects and field operations come together, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today with Skilled Trades Partners to learn more.
