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Emery Sapp & Sons

Builds civil infrastructure and produces asphalt

Field Labor Intern

Construction ManagementUpdated on Nov 13
Internship · Summer 2026Columbia, MO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Be enrolled in a relevant degree program or Technical School, such as Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a similar field.
  • Have strong academic performance and an interest in the construction industry.
  • Have communication and interpersonal skills to engage a variety of audiences.
  • Be able to work in a team and adapt to a fast-paced construction environment.
  • Have a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project teams to assist in planning, executing, and managing construction projects.
  • Assist with project documentation, including reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.
  • Participate in troubleshooting and finding solutions to construction-related challenges.
  • Spend time on construction sites observing and participating in construction activities to gain practical knowledge.
  • Work with project managers, engineers, and field staff to help ensure project goals are met.
  • Observe crew and subcontractor coordination to understand how work stays on schedule and within budget.
  • Gain exposure to heavy equipment operations, including bulldozers, excavators, and loaders, under experienced operators' guidance.
  • Learn how equipment is maintained and how basic safety and upkeep procedures are followed on site.
  • Build familiarity with reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.
  • Acquire a deeper understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures.
  • Communicate regularly with crew members, subcontractors, and project staff to stay informed on schedules and deadlines.

Desired Qualifications

  • A basic understanding of construction principles and practices is a plus but is not mandatory.
  • An interest in heavy equipment operation and construction plan reading is a plus.

About the Company

Emery Sapp & Sons

Builds civil infrastructure and produces asphalt

Emery Sapp & Sons is a heavy civil contractor building roads, bridges, utility networks and development sites for public agencies and private owners. Its field teams handle grading and excavation, underground utilities, asphalt and concrete paving, bridge construction and pavement preservation. The company also produces hot-mix asphalt and supplies construction materials, combining production facilities with the crews and equipment used to complete infrastructure projects. It manages estimating and project delivery across transportation, residential, commercial and other civil construction work in the Midwest. Founded in 1972, Emery Sapp & Sons is headquartered in Columbia, Missouri.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Columbia, MO
Founded
1972

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