About the role
Pay: $25.00 to $25.00 per hour
Description
About LG Group
LG Group brings development, construction and design together as one team. Across integrated development, commercial general contracting, and our creative studio, our integrated approach creates greater clarity, collaboration and control at every stage of a project. Working together, decisions can be made with the full picture in mind aligning vision, budget, schedule and execution from the outset.
Great work starts with great people. At LG, we bring together ambitious doers, creative problem-solvers, and relationship builders who are driven to make an impact. Our culture is built on high standards, shared accountability, and a genuine investment in each other’s success. Through intentional management practices, continuous feedback, and meaningful opportunities to learn and contribute, we encourage our people to take ownership, build their careers, and do their best work. Because when people thrive, stronger teams, better results, and lasting success follow.
Program Overview
Our 10-week summer internship is designed for motivated students seeking practical experience in construction management, project delivery, and the broader real estate development lifecycle. Interns will rotate through project teams, shadow leaders, and complete a final capstone presentation highlighting their learnings and contributions.
What You’ll Do
Support project managers and superintendents with daily project tasks
Gain exposure to LG Development, LG Builders, LG Design, and affiliated ventures
Participate in both on-site fieldwork and in-office operations
Assist in project tracking, reporting, and coordination with subcontractors
Contribute to ongoing construction administration tasks (RFIs, submittals, scheduling)
Attend stakeholder meetings and observe cross-functional collaboration
Prepare and deliver a final presentation to LG leadership at the conclusion of the program
Key Learning Opportunities
Understanding the lifecycle of a construction project from preconstruction through close-out
Exposure to multiple project types across residential, commercial, and mixed-use builds
Experience working directly with LG leaders including heads of construction, development, and estimating
Insight into how LG’s culture of collaboration and innovation drives success
Who You Are
Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
Strong communicator, proactive, and eager to learn
Interested in hands-on exposure to construction project management and field operations
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Detail-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic environment
Program Details
Start Date: Monday after Memorial Day
End Date: Mid-August
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours), Monday–Friday
Location: Mix of on-site project locations and LG Group's Chicago office
Pay: $25/hour
LG GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
LG provides equal opportunity in all its employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity, and sexual orientation), color, religion, gender, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, or separation of employment.
Requirements
Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Design, Architecture, or related field
Strong communicator, proactive, and eager to learn
Interested in hands-on exposure to real estate, design, construction project management and/or field operations
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Detail-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic environment