Construction Management Intern

Job Posting End Date

11-13-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Why Join Us?
This is your chance to embark on an exciting journey where you can make a real impact from day one! You’ll learn directly from industry leaders, collaborate with a dynamic team, and engage in mentorship opportunities while working on individual projects that showcase your unique talents. We’re dedicated to your growth, offering comprehensive training and development programs tailored to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of the electric utility industry.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

As a Construction Management Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting construction projects that power communities across AEP's service territory. Working alongside experienced construction coordinators, project managers, engineers, contractors, and field personnel, you'll contribute to project planning, scheduling, field coordination, safety initiatives, and project documentation while developing a strong understanding of utility construction practices. As a Construction Management Intern, you may:

• Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating construction activities.
• Participate in construction site visits, project walkdowns, and field observations.
• Support the review of project drawings, specifications, schedules, and permits.
• Observe construction activities and help document project progress.
• Assist with tracking materials, equipment, work orders, and project documentation.
• Support project teams in identifying and communicating field constraints or potential project issues.
• Assist in preparing reports, meeting notes, project schedules, and status updates.
• Collaborate with employees, contractors, suppliers, and vendors to support project success.
• Gain exposure to project controls, procurement processes, and construction management best practices.
• Learn and promote AEP's commitment to safety through a Zero Harm mindset.
• Expand your technical and professional skills through mentorship, training, and project work.

What We're Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below:

Required

• Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT.

Preferred

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in construction, utilities, energy infrastructure, or project management.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic, extracurricular, or work experiences.

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

Co-Op/Intern-001

Compensation Range:

$ - $

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.