Software Engineer Intern

P1 Construction is seeking a Software Engineer Intern for Summer 2026 in our Lawrence, Kansas office. Interns are paid P1 employees

This is not a remote position; this is an in-office position requiring daily commuting to our Lawrence, KS office during the term of the internship. Candidates must reside in the Kansas City metro area. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or housing support.

Join our P1 Team!

P1 Construction has grown into a national construction and solutions provider. P1 is a specialty subcontractor providing HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building technologies, controls, millwright, and architectural metal work across the U.S. But there’s so much more to P1’s broad spectrum single-source capabilities, including value-added services like virtual design and construction and multi-trade fabrication. When you work for P1 Construction, you'll be part of a culture that puts safety first, treats associates like family, and provides challenging work in a rewarding, energetic environment. P1 Construction takes pride in maintaining a high standard of excellence along with an ethical and friendly business culture.

P1 Construction, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of status, including status as a protected veteran or as an individual with a disability.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer Intern with a passion for technology and a desire to learn and grow with our team. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that enhance our internal processes, with a real chance to leave your mark on the organization.

P1 Construction, LLC. is at the forefront of innovation in construction. We are committed to delivering exceptional value through advanced technology solutions. Our dynamic team thrives on creativity and is dedicated to transforming the industry standards.

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting with cutting-edge AI-powered development tools. You will work with professional tools like Cursor and Claude to boost your productivity.
• Work in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and innovation. We encourage a "fail fast, learn faster" approach—we don't penalize smart risks that don't pan out.
• Engage in a well-structured internship program that offers opportunities to learn about construction, explore job sites, and enjoy fun activities throughout the summer.
• Your ideas matter here: We're a small, agile team where interns have proposed and built features that are now used company-wide.

What You'll Do as a Software Engineer Intern:

• Challenge the status quo: Develop applications that improve and streamline internal processes using modern AI-assisted development workflows. We want your fresh perspective on problems we've been solving the same way for years.
• Choose your focus based on your experience: Web Application Track: Build web applications using Cursor as the primary development environment with JavaScript, React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL on Microsoft Azure.Design and implement custom Power BI dashboards to visualize business data in new ways. C# Development Track: Contribute to C# projects in Visual Studio using Claude AI for code generation and problem-solving to build custom plugins for Revit design software.
• Bring AI ideas to the table: If you have experience with AI agents or LLM-powered tools and ideas for how they could enhance our development productivity or modernize our processes, we want to hear them. This is an opportunity to experiment and innovate.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team while taking ownership of individual projects—your ideas will be heard and implemented.

Qualifications and Skills

• This is not a remote position; this is an in-office position requiring daily commuting to our Lawrence, KS office during the term of the internship. Candidates must reside in the Kansas City metro area. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or housing support.
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required.Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science or closely related technical field.Must have at least one full college semester remaining after the internship concludes in August 2026 (graduating December 2026 or later).Students graduating college in May 2026 or who have already graduated are not eligible.
• Portfolio: On resume or cover letter, applicants are strongly encouraged to include links to their portfolio or GitHub profile showcasing projects that highlight experience in JavaScript/React and/or C#. If you don't have a portfolio yet, that's okay - be prepared to discuss technical problems you've solved, side projects you're working on, or ideas you're excited about in your interview.

We're especially interested in seeing projects where you:

• Built something unconventional or experimental.Solved a problem in a creative way.Implemented AI/LLM features or automation.Contributed to open source or built side projects that show your curiosity.
• Experience preferred: Previous internship or substantial project experience demonstrating proficiency in JavaScript/React and/or C#. Experience with any of the following: Node.js, PostgreSQL, Microsoft Power BI, Git, GitHub, Autodesk Revit, and Autodesk Revit APIs.
• Skills:Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to navigate both backend and frontend technologies.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—you'll need to explain your ideas and convince us why they're worth trying.Self-motivated with the ability to independently drive projects and bring your own ideas to the table.
• Other RequirementsMust be able to satisfactorily pass a criminal background check and drug screen.Must be able to satisfactorily pass a motor vehicle record check. Must be able to meet P1 qualifications to operate a vehicle on company business. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have access to drive a well-maintained vehicle. Must have up to date registration with the local Department of Motor Vehicles. Both the candidate and the vehicle must be currently covered on a personal insurance policy.

What we value most:

• Passionate about emerging technologies and excited to push boundaries.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn (over knowing everything already).
• Interest in AI tools and automation - we want people who experiment with new technologies.
• Creative problem-solving.
• Proposing new solutions (over accepting "that's how we've always done it").
• Experimentation mindset — we encourage trying new approaches.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources: email or call: 913-275-5694.