2027 AKS Pre-Construction Internship Program

Go Beyond the Classroom 

Looking to build real-world experience this summer? The AKS Internship Program gives college students the chance to apply what they’re learning in the classroom, build practical skills, and contribute in a professional environment. Through meaningful project experience and a supportive team setting, interns gain confidence, broaden their understanding of the industry, and take important steps toward career readiness. 

How it Works

Each internship experience may look a little different depending on the role and team, but every internship is designed to help students learn by doing. Interns gain hands-on experience through real work, connect with professionals across AKS, and get a better understanding of how different disciplines contribute to project outcomes. 

For students who return, each summer can build on the last with new experiences, added responsibility, and a deeper understanding of areas that interest them. Participation is a one-summer commitment at a time. Students who are interested in returning are encouraged to express interest, and continued participation depends on performance, program fit, and available positions. 

Who You Are

To be considered for this internship program, students should: 

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited 2- or 4-year program with a declared major in Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, or similar. 
• Have completed at least one year of college before the internship start date 
• Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher 
• Be available to work full-time for 12 weeks during the summer 
• Be able to work from the Las Vegas, NV office, where this program is offered 
• Have a valid driver’s license 

What You’ll Learn

• Estimating, Scheduling, & Project Controls: Gain practical experience with construction estimating, quantity takeoffs, project schedules, budgets, progress tracking, and other project controls used to plan and manage energy projects. 
• Constructability & Design Review: Learn how engineering and design decisions translate into construction activities by supporting design reviews, constructability assessments, comment resolution, drawing reviews, and coordination between project disciplines.  
• Procurement & Project Management: Develop an understanding of procurement processes, subcontractor and vendor coordination, project documentation, and the day-to-day project management activities required to prepare projects for successful construction. 

Day in the Life (Examples)

Work under the direction of a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager and alongside the Pre-Construction team to gain hands-on experience in a client-focused consulting environment. Interns can expect to work approximately 40-50 hours per week while contributing to project work and day-to-day team priorities. Responsibilities may include: 

• Assisting with cost estimating, quantity takeoffs, budget development, bid analysis, and other activities used to establish and monitor project costs. 
• Supporting project scheduling and project controls activities, including updating schedules, tracking milestones, maintaining action-item and comment logs, and organizing project data. 
• Assisting with design and constructability reviews by reviewing drawings, specifications, technical documents, and design comments, as well as helping coordinate responses with project stakeholders. 
• Supporting procurement and project management activities, including organizing bid and procurement materials, tracking vendor and subcontractor information, maintaining project documentation, and participating in project meetings and coordination efforts. 

We Have Your Back 

At AKS, interns are supported throughout the summer. Each intern is paired with a mentor and receives direction from a supervisor who guides assignments and project work. That supervisor may vary depending on the projects involved. 

Throughout the internship, interns receive regular feedback to support learning, growth, and professional development. At the end of the summer, each intern participates in a final evaluation to reflect on their experience, discuss future goals, and explore the possibility of returning for another internship, based on performance and available openings. 

Earn While You Learn 

This is a paid internship, and interns are compensated for their time and contributions. Pay is provided on an hourly basis, with overtime paid at one and a half times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a week. The typical pay range for this position is $19 to $25 per hour. Time off may be requested in advance, but it is unpaid.