Internships
The First StepTowards a Fulfilling Career
Over 87% of our interns rate their experience with us as well above average. That’s because, at Ahern, we ensure that your learning in the classroom is being put to use in the workplace on active jobs and projects. Each year, Ahern will employ over 20 interns.
Internship Opportunities
Construction Project Management
Fire Protection Design
Mechanical Design
Graphic Design
Information Technology
Sales
Supply Chain
Accounting
Human Resources
Safety
Controls
Industrial Services
Engineering
Fire Systems and Equipment Field
FeaturedInternships
Assistant Project Manager
Are you looking for hands-on experience throughout the full lifecycle of a construction project? An Assistant Project Management (APM) internship is for you!
As an APM intern at Ahern, you may:
- Assist in project pre-plan meetings and the buyout process
- Assist with estimating projects
- Build relationships both internal and external to Ahern
- Learn about and assist with financials such as gross profit projections
- Contribute to the development, communication and management of a formal project plan
- Assist in shop drawings, submittals and approvals
- Observe and participate in the bid process
- Assist in the change order process
- Visit job sites as needed with a project manager
Fire Protection Designer
Are you looking for a rewarding career that makes an impact by saving lives and property? We have a dedicated fire protection design internship program that provides hands-on experience, ensuring you will walk away from your internship with a comprehensive understanding of AutoSPRINK and the exciting possibilities in fire protection design. Take the first steps towards a fulfilling career!
As a Fire Protection Design Intern at Ahern, you may:
- Participate in a 12-week training program to learn the ins and outs of fire protection design. The program is a combination of formal training, hands-on learning and mentorship
- Assist with designing and drafting fire protection systems
- Visit job sites to complete site surveys; this is a great way to visualize what you will be designing
- Learn to read and interpret architectural plans to understand a space in 3D
- Gain a basic understanding of all required design calculations
- Interact with project manager, foremen, purchasing and shops for design-related inquiries
What Is It Like To Be AnIntern at Ahern?
An internship with Ahern doesn’t involve your stereotypical running coffee or taking lunch orders. So, what’s in it for you?
You will gain hands-on experience during your paid internship
One-on-one mentorship with Ahern’s industry experts
On average, 80% of our interns have accepted full-time employment after graduation
You will attend a companywide intern event, where you will meet fellow interns, network with company leaders and learn career development skills (plus fun activities like go-karting or a river cruise!)
Company benefits, including 401(k), mental health care and personal and professional development opportunities
