Real World. Really Cool.
Gain valuable, hands-on experience working alongside skilled Project Managers and Project Engineers. Discover the work we do and the clients we serve.
Build Your Career
Go beyond the classroom, through experience and execution
As a West Valley Construction Intern, you will:
- Work with operations management.
- Attend pre-bid and pre-construction meetings.
- Learn how to provide take-offs and pricing.
- Assist with the permit acquisition process.
- Visit jobsites, monitor work, and confirm safe work practices.
- Learn how to ascertain budgets vs. costs.
- Track jobsite progress and more.
What's it like to be an intern with us? Here's what a few of our past interns have to say.
2024 Intern
Hear From Our Interns
“During my internship at West Valley Construction, I gained invaluable life skills, particularly the significance of teamwork and being a part of a supportive work culture. This environment fostered a sense of belonging that allowed me to learn and grow. ”
Recruitment Calendar
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Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Winter CM Career Fair and Student Interviews Specific time and location to be announced soon! |
January 30, 2025 |
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ASC Region 6 & 7 Design-Build Competition & Construction Management Conference We will be cheering on students in the competition and be at the career fair on Saturday morning. The event takes place at the Nugget Hotel in Reno, Nevada. More information on the event can be found here: https://www.asc67.org/competition.html
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February 6 — 9, 2025 |
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CSU Fresno Info Session & Interviews More information coming soon! |
February 11 — 12, 2025 |
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CSU East Bay CM Winter Career Fair The official date is not released, as more information is available we will keep you informed. |
March 3, 2025 |
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CSU Chico Info Session & Interviews Specific time and location to be announced soon! |
March 11 — 12, 2025 |
FAQs
If you are interested in pursuing a career in a unique and essential part of the construction industry, you’ll definitely want to check out West Valley Construction. We have been an integral part of building and maintaining California’s infrastructure since 1958.
We offer interns competitive compensation, direct interaction with operations management, hands-on learning, and exposure to future opportunities, including full-time employment.
We have recruited interns from California State Universities Chico, Fresno, San Jose, Sacramento and East Bay, along with Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara University, and more.
Depending on our project needs, we may offer internships in any of the regions where we operate, including Bakersfield, Campbell, Chico, Concord, Fresno, Hayward, Redwood City, Salinas, Stockton, and Visalia.
Interns who embody our values and show dedication to personal growth and the company’s success may be considered for full-time employment.
