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The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.

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Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Des Moines, Iowa

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Internships provide students with hands-on work experience on a project site or in a local office to assist with daily operations. Interns will work alongside a team of talented professionals.

Weitz Company is seeking interns across the United States with various educational backgrounds. The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a four-year degree and possesses a basic understanding of construction, with previous industry experience being a plus. Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in basic computer software.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Communication

Independent Judgment

Initiative

Time Management

Organization

Attention To Detail

Problem Solving

Basic Understanding Of Construction

Proficiency In Microsoft Word

Proficiency In PowerPoint

Proficiency In Excel

Proficiency In Outlook

Ability To Learn Software

Job Description

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships make The Weitz Company a great place to work.

    We are seeking various types of Interns or Co-Ops to be located on various company project sites and offices across the United States, including:

    • Arizona 
    • Colorado
    • Florida
    • Iowa
    • Minnesota
    • Nebraska
    • Oklahoma
    • Virginia
    • Washington
    • Wisconsin
    • Traveling Interns (location dependent upon project location)

    We are seeking to hire various types of internships that include:

    • Estimating/Preconstruction 
    • Field Engineer
    • Project Engineer
    • Marketing
    • Supply Chain
    • Safety
    • Design 
    • VDC
    • IT

    Internships provide students with hands-on work experience on a project site or in a local office to assist with daily operations, while working alongside our team of talented professionals, many with decades of experience. It is important to us to ensure our students are successful, and we work hard to ensure the experience is a rewarding one. Oftentimes, internships lead to full-time job offers upon graduation.

    What We're Looking For:

    • Education: The candidate must be currently pursuing a four-year degree. 
    • Experience: Candidate should have a basic understanding of construction, and previous experience in the construction industry is preferred. 
    • Skills: Communication, independent judgment, initiative, time management, organization, attention to detail and problem solving are all necessary skills for this position.
    • Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Employee should have the ability to learn other specific software (Asta, Procore, Bluebeam, etc.).

    What We Offer: 

    • Competitive Pay
    • Rewarding Bonus Program
    • Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
    • Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
    • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
    • Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
    • 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Fully Paid Parental Leave
    • Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
    • Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 

    The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.

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    The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.

    The Weitz Company, a subsidiary of Orascom Construction PLC, is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. Founded in 1855, Weitz is one of the oldest commercial general contractors and consistently ranks among the top firms on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 400 Contractors. Serving customers throughout the industrial and commercial sectors, our design-build construction capabilities set us apart from our competitors. Design-build construction means we work closely with our clients to envision their projects from the initial plans all the way through completion. This means they have a single point of contact throughout the entire process, ensuring the smoothest process and highest-quality finished product. With more than 100 years of family ownership in our history, clients know they can count on us to deliver the highest levels of integrity and professionalism. We’re proud to be a general contractor firm with a strong reputation for delivering on our promises and standing behind our work. This is why more than 75% of our business comes from repeat customers.

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