| Location: Minnesota and Iowa Project Areas Reports To: VP, Director of Operations, and Project Management Team Duration: May – August 2027 (Flexible based on school schedule) Position Overview Altenburg Construction is seeking a motivated and career-driven student to join our team as a Construction & Agricultural Business Development Intern for Summer 2027. This internship offers hands-on experience remodeling hog and cattle confinement facilities, project management, sales, estimating, customer relations, and business development in the livestock industry. We specialize in slat and beam replacement and barn reconfiguration. The intern will work alongside company leadership, project managers, crew leaders, and customers while gaining exposure to all aspects of our business. This position is designed for students interested in construction management, agriculture, agricultural business, engineering, project management, sales, or related fields. The internship combines field experience, customer interaction, industry networking, and professional development opportunities. Primary Responsibilities Project Management & Operations
- Assist with project planning and scheduling.
- Visit active construction job sites throughout Minnesota and Iowa.
- Observe and participate in project meetings.
- Assist with documenting project progress.
- Learn quality control and safety procedures.
- Support communication between field crews and management.
Estimating & Business Development
- Assist with facility inspections.
- Learn how to prepare project estimates and proposals.
- Review project specifications and customer requirements.
- Help maintain customer and prospect databases.
- Follow up on customer inquiries as directed.
Sales & Customer Relations
- Accompany company representatives on customer visits.
- Develop an understanding of customer needs within the livestock industry.
- Assist with relationship-building activities.
- Participate in customer meetings and presentations.
- Learn how projects are sold, managed, and completed.
Industry Events & Networking
- Represent Altenburg Construction at industry events and educational conferences.
- Industry networking events
- Assist with event setup, customer engagement, and follow-up activities.
Administrative Support
- Assist with project documentation and reporting.
- Support data entry and organization of project information.
- Complete special projects assigned by company leadership.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in:
- Construction Management
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Systems Technology
- Engineering
- Business Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Related field
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Interest in agriculture and construction.
- Willingness to travel throughout the Midwest.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid driver's license.
Learning Opportunities By the end of the internship, participants will gain experience in:
- Agricultural construction operations
- Project management
- Construction estimating
- Customer relationship management
- Sales and business development
- Leadership and communication
- Livestock industry networking
- Safety and quality management
Career Path Opportunities Successful interns may be considered for future employment opportunities with Altenburg Construction, including:
- Project Management
- Estimating
- Business Development
- Operations Management
- Sales
- Construction Management
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