Construction Project Engineer Intern
QTS
Construction Project Engineer Intern
QTS
Fully managed IT and telecoms services
As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.
QTS' summer internship program will provide you first hand experience into the fast paced world of the data center industry by providing weekly lunch and learns, a comprehensive orientation program, and site based activities, socials and volunteering events. Every intern will be assigned initiatives tied to real QTS objectives helping with anything pertaining to the whole life-cycle of a data center build and/or company operations.
The Construction Development Project Intern will work on a live data center build site gaining exposure to a variety of build stages and teams. Responsibilities will involve, but aren't limited to:
Development Project Intern:
Perform site walks for estimating, safety, and project life-cycle purposes
Participate in QA/QC checks and meetings on a regular basis
Track status around RFIs and collaborate with associated vendors
Assist the Development team with core projects and construction process oversite.
Aid in budget management, scheduling, and status reports for projects.
Update development program and project status for director-level reviews.
Support entitlement and permitting needs for assigned site projects.
Develop scopes of work for design, construction, and commissioning services.
Monitor project budgets and review schedules, change orders, submittals, and pricing proposals.
May aid in due diligence efforts for new land banks and properties.
Enhance project management processes and protocols.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Construction Management, or a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Must be a US Citizen
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Current full-time enrollment in one of QTS’s partner institutions (listed below) or a Blackstone Launchpad affiliate school:
Auburn University
Kansas State University
Georgia State University
Southern Adventist University
Texas A&M University
University of Kansas
Previous internship or co-op experience in construction, finance, technology, HR, facilities engineering, or related industries.
Experience on active construction/development sites
In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:
QTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.
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The pay transparency policy is available here:
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
QTS provides fully managed IT and telecoms services that improve system reliability and offer predictable costs, with a plan to keep technology up to date. A dynamic, knowledgeable team partners with a business to understand its needs, then handles implementation and ongoing IT management, with support when issues arise. They emphasize local Devon/South West expertise, a hands-on approach, and a focus on reliability and hassle-free management. Their goal is to simplify IT management for clients while keeping technology current and expenses predictable.
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