Mortenson
Leading construction and real estate firm specializing in commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
ACE Extern Denver (High School Students)
Summer externship for high school students to gain construction industry experience.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Build relationships and network with industry experts
Key Responsibilities
- ▸industry networking
What You Bring
The program is open to current ACE participants who are at least 16 years old and are pursuing a four‑year undergraduate degree in construction‑related fields. Candidates must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, have the right to work in the U.S. without a student visa, and be able to handle typical construction site conditions. Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem‑solving, and professional customer‑service skills are also required. • Eight‑week externship starting in mid‑June • 30‑40 hours per week
Requirements
- ▸construction degree
- ▸gpa 3.0
- ▸work authorization
- ▸teamwork
- ▸problem solving
- ▸communication
Benefits
At Mortenson, we know the value and importance of building the next generation of diverse leaders in our industry. That’s why our ACE externship program is committed to providing you with hands‑on experience, working and networking with industry leaders in both field and office environments. You’ll walk away from your externship experience with a new appreciation for how innovative and exciting a career in the Construction Industry can be, and we’re confident you’ll be proud of your experience with Mortenson. Mortenson’s ACE Externship is more than just a summer job; it’s a comprehensive eight‑week experience that offers real‑world work insights. The position is based in our Denver office, and you will rotate between field sites and office‑based disciplines such as Virtual Design & Construction, Safety, Estimating, Project Accounting, Lean and others. You will work closely with an on‑site mentor and shadow professionals in several different roles and functions. Compensation starts at $17.50 per hour for high‑school externs, with higher rates for college sophomores and above. Participants are eligible for a $2,000 annual scholarship, a competitive hourly rate, and consideration for future college externships. Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. • Eligible for a $2,000 annual scholarship • Competitive hourly rate
Work Environment
Hybrid