Construction intern

This position is primarily for educational or religious purposes and should be used for providing valuable educational experiences for the Intern.

It is to give the Intern an opportunity to see how principles and practices learned in their educational institutions are applied in actual work setting.

Under general supervision, the Intern performs work as assigned by the department.

This will be an internship lasting 3-4 months and will be located in Nauvoo, IL.

Looking to hire for Summer or Fall.

Responsibilities may vary by assignment depending on department and need. The Intern receives assignments from supervising staff.

The Manager reviews the Intern's work occasionally. The supervisor reviews each assignment as it is completed. The Intern is expected to meet rigid and challenging deadlines, work in harmony with other people, take direction on each assignment, and give full attention to detail.

Independence in working, tact, and diplomacy are required. Sound judgment of Church doctrine, history, organization, policy and protocol are also expected.

Responsibilities :

Loads and unloads supplies, materials, equipment, trash, etc. from trucks. Moves furniture and equipment within a building or from one building to another.

Drives trucks as needed.

• May dig holes and trenches, rakes, grades ground, shovels snow and cleans walks
• May water and mow lawns, plants, things, weeds, wraps shrubs and flowers. May haul top soil and sows grass seed
• Carries out demolition work; assists carpenters and other craftsmen as assigned
• May perform cleaning duties throughout the building in accordance with outlined cleaning programs
• Performs minor mechanical, plumbing and electrical repairs as needed
• Performs minor surface repairs and applies paint. Cleans and preserves associated tools and equipment
• Installs new or repaired equipment, as required by the Building Manager
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Effectively communicates, coordinates, and cooperates with supervisors, customers, and others to facilitate workflow and to ensure that all work in done according to time, quality, and cost expectation.
• May clean roof drains and gutters and may assists in roof inspections
• May assemble and disassemble scaffolding
• Work with other groups to assist in maintenance, repairs, construction, and remodels. Performs a wide range of construction tasks and operates forklifts, drilling equipment, and other construction equipment.
• Paid Interns are qualified while enrolled in an educational institution and for one year following graduation.
• They must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.

Last updated : 2024-05-24