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Emery Sapp & Sons

Builds civil infrastructure and produces asphalt

Field Operations Intern

Summer 2027Updated on 10/22/2026Deadline 12/1/26
No salary listed
Internship
Bachelor's
Columbia, MO, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Enrollment in a relevant degree program or technical school, such as Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
  • Strong academic performance and a passion for the construction industry.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences.
  • Ability to work in a team and adapt to a fast-paced construction environment.
  • Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
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 closely 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.
  • Interest in heavy equipment operation and construction plan reading is a plus.

About the company

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

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, MO

Founded

1972

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  • Automatic ownership enrollment: employees enter the ESOP without a separate signup process.
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  • Physical entry requirements: the current laborer role requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent travel: the saw operator role requires travel to project sites across ESS operating regions.
  • Weather exposure: laborers must work outdoors in all weather conditions.

What makes Emery Sapp & Sons unique

  • Repair control: ESS mechanics self-perform most equipment repairs through the company's maintenance facilities.
  • Plan-linked machinery: GPS monitoring connects heavy equipment to project plans for field accuracy.
  • Computer-controlled production: permanent asphalt facilities use automated controls and systems monitoring for manufacturing precision.

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