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Construction Quality Intern - Summer 2026 (Chicagoland)

Construction Quality Intern - Summer 2026 (Chicagoland)

Pepper ConstructionDes Plaines, IL, United States
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With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

WHY PEPPER? At Pepper, we work hard, but we make sure to have a good time doing it. If you're ready to take on an exciting role, apply today and join a team that values success, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact. We offer the following and more :

  • Opportunities to network and grow professionally
  • PTO and holidays - yes, even for interns!
  • A supportive team environment that celebrates success
  • Engaging and fun company-wide events
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Meaningful work bringing a positive impact to communities

POSITION SUMMARY :

Pepper Construction is seeking qualified, intelligent students with a passion for learning about the construction industry to gain hands-on experience in the Quality department with a commercial general contractor.

You will work with Quality team members as well as project teams to learn and serve as a resource in areas such as project delivery, constructability, building technology, workflow and sequencing, and proper installation techniques. You will participate in jobsite quality walks, the constructability review process, mock-ups, writing reports and helping to resolve quality building issues. We aim to expose you to real-life situations in the field and the office. You will also be involved in training sessions, job site tours, and safety. You will gain hands-on experience with a reputable general contractor in the Chicagoland Area.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

  • Current college student entering their Sophomore, Junior or Senior year studying Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or Architecture.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn and apply new technology
  • Ability to work independently while still contributing and collaborating in a team
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail
  • Reliable transportation to and from work-related activities and assignments
  • Ability and desire to work on an active construction site in the Chicagoland area.

    • The salary for this position is $20-24 / hour based on graduation year.

    For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com

    Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

    Please note : Pepper does not sponsor work visas.

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    Intern Summer 2026 • Des Plaines, IL, United States