Residential Construction Intern - Summer 2026

Overview

Assist with residential construction tasks, safety, and volunteer leadership during summer.

Key Responsibilities

• safety compliance
• tool operation
• construction tasks
• progress reporting
• schedule support
• tool management

Tasks

-Adhere to worksite safety requirements and safe work practices. -Work with training and oversight from experienced construction staff. -Inform Senior Construction Supervisors of any conditions that affect the build schedule. -With training and guidance from Senior Construction Supervisors, develop skills to lead volunteers. -View your HFHO email account at least once per day. -Maintain good communication and cooperative relationships with all other HFHO staff, departments, project teams and contractors. -Maintain a clean and organized worksite. -Return tools to assigned vehicle or proper storage location by the end of each day. -Show up to work on time and be prepared for the day. -Assist the Senior Construction Supervisors in meeting the project schedule. -Practice good stewardship with HFHO’s resources. -Maintain and protect all tools, equipment, and materials while on the jobsite. -Responsible use of equipment, tools, supplies and materials so each project remains within allocated budget and schedule. -Ensure that volunteers and family partners have a fulfilling volunteer experience. -Safely operate and maintain a variety of construction tools. -Assist staff with various residential construction tasks including, but not limited to, framing, siding, installation of doors, windows, interior cabinets and trim. -Record daily work accomplishments within project management application.

Requirements

• mathematics
• teamwork
• communication
• tape measure
• computer literacy
• level

What You Bring

-Proficiency in basic mathematics and conversion of measurements is preferred. -Ability to work collegial within a team. -Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. -Individual must be a good communicator. -Complete other tasks successfully that are assigned by Senior Construction Supervisors and skilled team members within allotted time-period. -Basic use of a tape measure and level preferred. -Computer literacy is preferred.

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-Founded to create a world where everyone has a decent place to live. -Through community partnerships, volunteers, and donations, the organization helps families achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable housing. -The organization focuses on building homes, repairing existing ones, and offering mortgage assistance to low-income families. -They work tirelessly to address the shortage of affordable housing in the Omaha area, turning dreams of homeownership into reality. -Projects include both new builds and critical home repairs, often involving community volunteers, local businesses, and faith-based groups. -The ReStore, a nonprofit home improvement store, generates revenue for Habitat’s mission, offering discounted building materials, furniture, and appliances. -One standout initiative is the Critical Home Repair program, which helps low-income homeowners with repairs to ensure their homes remain safe and healthy. -Habitat’s financial model involves a unique blend of donations, volunteer labor, and affordable mortgage programs to keep homes within reach for families in need. -Their work goes beyond homebuilding, fostering a deep sense of community and empowerment through volunteerism and partnership.

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