Construction Management Field Internship - Summer 2026

Construction Management Internship - Roll up your sleeves, hit the site, and see how buildings come to life.

KBS Constructors is looking for motivated Construction Management (or related program) interns ready to learn by doing. This field-focused internship puts you on active construction sites, working alongside skilled craft workers and seeing first-hand how commercial buildings are built.

You'll gain hands-on experience with tasks like framing, drywall, rough carpentry, concrete work, and installing doors, hardware, acoustical ceilings, and casework. You'll also have the chance to shadow Project Managers and Estimators to see how projects are planned and executed.

Full-time, mid-May through August in Topeka and/or surrounding areas. Build skills. Gain experience. Jumpstart your construction career with KBS.

Responsibilities

• Execute tasks and activities as directed and according to plans and specifications provided by the superintendent.
• Assists with wall layout, framing, sheet rocking, drywall finishing, rough carpentry, and concrete work. Assists with installing acoustical ceilings, bathroom partitions, doors and hardware, casework and trims.
• Assists with ensuring compliance with quality and production standards established by the superintendent's task plans.
• Fosters a positive attitude within the crew.
• Complies with safety policies.
• Keeps jobsite clean and free of debris as needed for a safe environment.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as directed by the superintendent.

Skills

• Grasp carpentry skills through on-the-job training.
• Know, understand, and live the KBS Mission, Vision, and Core Values and use them to guide daily activities.
• Consistently show up on time and ready to work productively each day.
• Good work ethic.
• Willingness to learn.
• Follow direction and follow through with task at hand.
• Maintain safe work environment.
• Meet production goals.
• Promote teamwork and positive attitude.
• Represent company in a professional manner.
• Perform quality work with no rework.

Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Currently enrolled in Construction Management, Construction Technology or related program at a higher education institution.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must pass background and drug screening.

About Us

KBS Constructors, Inc. is a commercial general and industrial contractor specializing in Critical Environment Construction (CEC). We have been in business for over 30 years and employ a team of "A" players. A KBS "A" player has a strong work ethic, is a dependable and positive team player and a solution provider that lives KBS' core values (Integrity, Caring & Excellence). Our mission is to Find, Train and Retain the very best people to provide solutions. KBS has offices in Topeka, Olathe and Manhattan, Kansas.

KBS Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, disability status, sex, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.