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≈ $36k – $59k per year (Estimated)
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 3, 2026. Emery Sapp & Sons scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Emery Sapp & Sons is a 100% employee-owned heavy civil construction contractor based in Columbia, Missouri, building highways, bridges, utilities, site development and other infrastructure projects across the Midwest and South. Founded in 1972, the company has grown into a multi-brand contractor with offices and operations in Kansas City, Springfield, Springdale, Tulsa, Grand Prairie and the Phoenix area, running its own equipment, plants and GPS survey teams. It hires project engineers and managers, superintendents, equipment operators, CDL drivers, laborers, mechanics, interns and corporate staff such as accountants and data engineers.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Field Operations Intern to gain invaluable real-world experience, work on challenging projects, and collaborate with seasoned professionals. This program is designed to provide students with hands-on exposure to various aspects of construction - including field operations, project support, and equipment familiarity - helping them build a strong foundation for their future careers.

Key Responsibilities

Project Support

  • Collaborate with project teams to assist in the planning, execution, and management of construction projects.
  • Assist in project documentation, including reports, plans, budgets, and schedules.
  • Participate in troubleshooting and finding solutions to construction-related challenges.

Field Experience

  • Spend time on construction sites to observe and participate in construction activities, gaining practical knowledge.
  • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and field staff to ensure project goals are met.
  • Observe crew and subcontractor coordination to understand how work stays on schedule and within budget.

Equipment Exposure

  • Gain exposure to heavy equipment operations (e.g., bulldozers, excavators, loaders) under the guidance of experienced operators.
  • Learn how equipment is maintained and how basic safety and upkeep procedures are followed on site.
  • Build familiarity with reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.

Technical Learning

  • Acquire a deeper understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures.

Team Collaboration

  • Communicate regularly with crew members, subcontractors, and project staff to stay informed on schedules and deadlines.

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a relevant degree program or Technical School (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or similar).
  • Strong academic performance and a passion for the construction industry.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences.
  • Ability to work in a team and adapt to a fast-paced construction environment.
  • Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
  • Basic understanding of construction principles and practices is a plus but not mandatory.
  • Interest in heavy equipment operation and construction plan reading is a plus.

Duration

  • Typically May-August.

Compensation

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Potential for academic credit, depending on your institution's policies.
  • Opportunity for future employment within the company based on performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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