Summer Internship - Quality Control

Job Description

Job Description

Clarkson Construction Company is a leading firm in the heavy civil construction industry with a proud history of delivering complex infrastructure projects across the Kansas City region. Our portfolio spans site development, grading, paving, and bridge construction, underscoring our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Clarkson Construction Company offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where innovation and hard work are recognized and rewarded. We believe in investing in our employees through professional development and advancement opportunities. Join us and be a part of a team that shapes the infrastructure in and around one of America's most vibrant cities.

Job Summary

As a Summer Intern, you will assist with field and laboratory testing of construction materials, such as concrete, aggregates, and soils, to ensure compliance with project specifications. This role provides exposure to testing procedures, quality standards, and documentation practices used in the heavy civil construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with sampling and testing of construction materials (concrete, aggregates, soils).
• Learn and apply current quality standards and specifications under supervision.
• Support QC staff in preparing and submitting test reports.
• Observe and practice proper handling of lab and field testing equipment.
• Participate in safety training and follow company safety standards.
• Gain exposure to interaction with project teams, client representatives, and inspectors.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisors or mentors.

Qualifications

Clarkson Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sex, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.