Construction Scheduling Intern

Description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global $150M professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries. Our brand purpose is to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do, continuously learn, and take pride in your work.

Job Description

We are looking for students with a demonstrated interest in the construction industry to join our construction scheduling practice in Alexandria, Virginia. In this position, interns will work closely with our construction and accounting experts to assist in the preparation and analysis of change orders and litigation-type documents such as requests for equitable adjustment (REAs) and claims.

Responsibilities include :

• Analyzing construction schedules
• Reviewing construction project documentation
• Building progress summaries
• Assisting in the preparation of expert reports for use in legal proceedings
• Supporting experts and attorneys during trials or hearings

Interns should expect to work simultaneously on multiple projects of various types across different industries (including industrial, infrastructure, commercial, multifamily, healthcare, and utility projects). Interns should expect to “own” parts of the analysis and quickly become familiar with both the construction and disputes process.

Qualifications & Competencies

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills

Start Date : Summer 2026

Location(s) : Alexandria, VA & Charlotte, NC

Hybrid work culture (minimum of 3 days in office per week)

No former litigation consulting experience necessary

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.

Notice to Third Party Agencies :

Please note that The Vertex Companies employs a fully staffed recruiting team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.