Mortenson
Leading construction and real estate firm specializing in commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
ACE Extern Nashville (High School Students)
8‑week paid externship for high‑school students to experience construction field and office roles
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Build relationships and network with industry experts
Key Responsibilities
- ▸industry networking
What You Bring
At Mortenson, we know the value and importance of building the next generation of diverse leaders in our industry, which is why our ACE externship program provides hands‑on experience, working and networking with industry leaders in both field and office environments. You’ll walk away with a new appreciation for how innovative and exciting a career in construction can be, and we’re confident you’ll be proud of your experience with Mortenson. Eligible candidates must be current ACE program participants considering a career in construction, engineering, or architecture, be at least 16 years old by the start of the externship, and be pursuing a four‑year undergraduate degree in a related field. They must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, have the right to work in the U.S. without reliance on a student visa, and be able to handle typical construction site conditions such as dirt, heat, noise, and dust. Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem‑solving, professionalism, and customer‑service skills are also required. • Eight‑week externship starting in mid‑June
Requirements
- ▸undergrad
- ▸gpa 3.0
- ▸ace
- ▸teamwork
- ▸communication
- ▸problem solving
Benefits
Mortenson’s ACE Externship is more than just a summer job; it is a comprehensive eight‑week experience that offers valuable real‑world work insights. The program gives you the chance to explore what a career in construction could look like for you. We are currently seeking an ACE Extern for our Nashville office. Externs will rotate through field and office assignments, gaining exposure to projects and disciplines such as Virtual Design & Construction, Safety, Estimating, Project Accounting, Lean, and others, while working closely with an on‑site mentor and shadowing various roles. The hourly wage for high‑school externs starts at $17.50, with higher rates for college sophomores and above based on year in school. • Eligible for a $2,000 annual scholarship • Competitive hourly rate
Work Environment
Hybrid