Project Management Co-op

Project Management Co-op
J. Benton Construction, LLC 

Interested in an outstanding opportunity to become part of a team with a stellar reputation as a community-engaged Caribbean construction expert? J. Benton Construction, LLC is seeking a Project Management Intern to support active construction projects in the U.S. Virgin Islands. 

Location: This position is based on St. Thomas (or St. Croix — depending on posting).
Applicants will be assigned to a primary island prior to offer acceptance.

Essential Functions

• Assist and support Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents on assigned projects
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability as a collaborative team player with strong communication and organizational skills
• Process submittals and gather/distribute information; manage high-quality project documentation within budget and schedule requirements
• Attend project meetings and record meeting minutes
• Assist with tracking and inspection of material deliveries
• Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the project team

Required Experience 

• Rising Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (required)
• Strong preference given to students studying Civil Engineering or a construction-related discipline
• Demonstrated interest in construction management and the construction industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Effective time-management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Previous internship in the construction industry strongly preferred
• Previous work experience in the U.S. construction industry strongly preferred 

Location & Application Note

J. Benton Construction offers internship and co-op opportunities across the U.S. Virgin Islands, including St. Thomas and St. Croix. 

 Internship Support & Benefits
J. Benton Construction is committed to setting our interns up for success. The internship includes:

• Company-provided transportation, including access to a shared vehicle and gas card
• Fully furnished housing with utilities included
• All required travel, including round-trip airfare to and from the U.S. Virgin Islands and work-related travel coordinated through JBC Travel 

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
J. Benton, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.