With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.
WHY PEPPER? At Pepper, we work hard, but we make sure to have a good time doing it. If you're ready to dive into an exciting role, apply today and be part of a team that values success, teamwork, and making a difference. We offer the following and more:
- Opportunities to network and grow professionally
- PTO and holidays – yes, even for interns!
- A supportive team environment that celebrates success
- Engaging and fun company-wide events
- Volunteer opportunities
- Meaningful work bringing a positive impact to communities
POSITION SUMMARY:
Pepper Construction is looking for qualified, intelligent students with a passion for learning about the construction industry to experience life in the Quality department with a commercial general contractor.
You will work with Quality team members as well as project teams to learn and be a resource in the areas of project delivery, constructability, building technology, workflow and sequencing, and proper installation techniques. You will participate in jobsite quality walks, the constructability review process, mock-ups, writing reports and helping to resolve quality building issues. We intend to expose you to real life situations in the field and in the office. You will also be involved in training sessions, jobsite tours and safety. You will gain hands-on experience with a reputable general contractor in the Indianapolis Area.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Current college student entering their Sophomore, Junior or Senior year studying Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture or a similar discipline during the 2026/2027 school year.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn and apply new technology
- Ability to work independently while still contributing and collaborating in a team
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail
- Reliable transportation to and from work-related activities and assignments
- Ability and desire to work on an active construction site in central Indiana
Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more.
For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com
Pepper Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to apply. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.
Skills Required
- Current college student entering sophomore, junior, or senior year during the 2026/2027 school year
- Currently studying Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, or a similar discipline
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn and apply new technology
- Ability to work independently while contributing and collaborating on a team
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail
- Reliable transportation to and from work-related activities and assignments
- Ability and desire to work on an active construction site in central Indiana
What We Do
Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm with offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, primarily serving private-sector clients. The company combines the experience and resources of a national organization with the hands-on approach of a local builder. Its work includes commercial construction and sustainability-focused initiatives, supporting clients and communities through high-performance building practices across its regional markets.
