Summer 2026 Intern - Various Locations
Curran Contracting
About Curran Contracting:
Established in 1936, Curran has grown into a premier contractor, known for its expertise in site development, excavation, mass grading, paving, and asphalt sales. With a strong presence across multiple industries—serving commercial, industrial, and government clients—Curran operates from five key locations: Crystal Lake, Island Lake, Sycamore, and Oswego, Illinois, as well as Merrillville, Indiana.
For over 85 years, Curran has cultivated a reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality results on every project. This success is driven by an unwavering commitment to our core values: family, continuous improvement, integrity, partnership, and respect. These values form the backbone of our operations and have enabled us to maintain lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and communities alike.
Internship Summary:
Curran’s 10-week Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on experience and industry exposure to students as they continue their educational pathway. From learning daily office operations to getting out into the field, interns will work alongside our industry professionals to gain a realistic view of what it’s like working at Curran. You’ll get the opportunity to take ownership of your work as you contribute and collaborate on projects, develop both technical and leadership skills, all while growing your network through various intern events.
Our goal is to provide the opportunity to gain meaningful, real-world experience that supports students in exploring their interests, applying classroom knowledge to tangible projects, developing confidence in the workplace, and building lasting connections with peers and mentors.
What You Bring
- Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program or relevant tech school program
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams
- Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
- Solid problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Positive attitude, engaging in seeking growth opportunities, and new innovative solutions
- Preferred experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Internship pay rate starts at $16/Hr.
Curran Contracting Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, martial status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited be applicable federal, state, or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.