Clark Construction Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Associate to join our team for the 2025 summer season. Under the leadership of the Southern California Community Affairs team, the Summer Associate will provide support across multiple initiatives, including contractor follow-ups, internal communications, project management assistance, and event logistics. This is a fantastic opportunity for a student or early career professional to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced construction environment. **Key Responsibilities:** + TCIF Follow-ups (Trade Contractor Interest Forms): Track and follow up on submitted Trade Contractor Interest Forms (TCIF), ensuring timely communication with interested contractors and accurate input of data for reporting purposes. + Bidders List Management: Assist in maintaining and organizing bidders' lists, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project goals. + ClarkNet Management: Update and manage content on Clark Construction’s internal portal, ClarkNet, to ensure the site reflects current initiatives, resources, and achievements. + Newsletter Archive: Organize and maintain an archive of newsletters and communication materials for future reference and historical recordkeeping. + Office Updates/Event Articles: Draft and edit articles about office updates, events, and initiatives to share with both internal and external audiences. + Strategic Partnership Program (SPP) Assistance: Provide logistical and administrative support for Strategic Partnership Program (SPP) sessions, including material preparation, scheduling, and communication with participants. + Outreach & Engagement Assistance: Assist in planning and executing outreach and engagement activities, including coordination and support for event logistics. + Monthly Project Snapshots: Update monthly project snapshots to ensure the latest information is captured regarding project progress, milestones, and key initiatives. **Qualifications:** + Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (preferably in Business or Public Administration, Communications, Construction Management, or a related field). + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. + Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). + Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. + Interest in construction industry practices and project management. **Benefits:** + Competitive hourly rate. + Hands-on experience in a leading construction firm. + Opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects. + Exposure to a variety of departments and roles within Clark Construction. Clark Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. **Summer Associate Program Overview** Our summer associate program provides a realistic view of what it’s like to work at Clark through meaningful, hands-on experiences. Our goal is to provide you with countless opportunities for learning, growth, and career development, and we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience both professionally and personally. In addition to gaining valuable hands-on experience, you will have the opportunity to build relationships throughout the organization through activities such as socials, jobsite tours, community service, and company events. The summer associate program is a full-time program (minimum of 40 hours per week) that starts in late May or early June and typically runs about 8-10 weeks in length. Summer Associates are eligible and encouraged to work overtime during their time at Clark. Clark offers positions at its offices and jobsites throughout the country. **Summer Associate Range** **_:_** _Clark offers a total compensation package. Benefits could include commuter benefits or fitness reimbursement. Hourly rates will be determined by factors such as geographic location, education, skills, experience, and market_ _considerations._ _For this role the hourly rate is $24-30/ hr._ Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/) . There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers) . Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. **_Asset Solutions_** **Altura Associates (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Altura)** **Coda** **Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Edgemoor/)** **S2N Technology Group** _Building & Infrastructure_ **Atkinson Construction (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Atkinson)** **Shirley Contracting Company** **C3M Power Systems (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/C3MExternal)** **_Equal Opportunity Employer_** Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). The Know Your Rights poster is available here: Know Your Rights (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) and the Pay Transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) . Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please e-mail leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655-1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. **_Authorization to Work_** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full time basis in order to be considered. **_Employment Information_** Construction work requires strenuous physical activity. The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing several flights of stairs or ladders uninterrupted, working at extensive heights, lifting 50 pounds, repetitive lifting, working a minimum of 40 hours per week, working outdoors as required, seeing with clarity (naturally or with correction), having accurate depth perception and acceptable peripheral vision, and hearing sufficiently (naturally or with correction) to respond to verbal instruction, warning bells, and alarms. Without eliminating ANY of the above essential functions, are you able to fully perform all job duties with or without reasonable accommodation? If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform any of the essential functions listed above, you must contact Human Resources immediately at (240) 653-2364 Equal Opportunity Employer: Clark Construction Group, LLC, (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark Construction promotes a drug-free workplace.