VDC Intern

What It Takes

Open to undergraduate students interested in gaining hands‑on practical experience in the construction field with a specialization in Virtual Building practices and Digital Technologies.

Qualified applicants will assist our VDC and project teams through all phases of a project—from initiation through turnover.

• Assignments include office and job site; relocation to remote sites may be required.
• Transportation is required.
• Work periods are 10-12 weeks; 40 hours/week.
• Housing may be provided in certain situations.

Reporting Relationship:
Depending on the work assignment, interns will report to a VDC Manager, Project Manager, Superintendent, or VDC Engineer. You may be assigned to the office, job site or mix of both.

You will be learning how technology enhances construction processes in addition to technical aspects of the project both in the field and in the office. Your experience will include some or all the following:

• 3D Modeling to support various use cases such as:
  • Site Logistics Planning
  • 3D printing applications
  • Mixed media such as Virtual Reality, Augmented or Mixed Reality
  • Virtual Mock‑ups
  • Existing Conditions Documentation
• Rendering and animations to support project visualization
• Creating phasing and 4D scheduling animations in different mediums
• 5D Model Quantity Takeoffs
• Assisting with Reality Capture and Laser Scanning
• Assisting with a Project’s Virtual Building Program to support 3D coordination of specific trade partners’ work prior to installation
• Working closely with Architect, Engineers and Owners to mitigate construction conflicts uncovered during the Virtual Building Process
• Supporting Prefabrication and Offsite construction practices
• Using a total station to support digital layout
• Creating composite drawings associated with the Virtual Building Program to support submittal and contract requirements
• Developing 3D as‑built deliverables
• Assisting with Integrated Digital Turnover and the development of digital twins

• Writing RFIs (Request for information) to support the Virtual Building Program
• Responding to subcontractor RFIs
• Interfacing with subcontractors
• Attending weekly meetings including but not limited to OAC, Virtual Building, Subcontractor and Team
• Assist with reviewing construction documents & specifications
• Assisting with reviewing all document revisions & clarifications
• Assisting with quality control & safety
• Punchlist & project closeout
• Cooperating & working with field project management
• And any other duties that may be assigned

Technical Capabilities:
You should be familiar with the following software:
Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint;
Sketchup and Autodesk CAD, Revit, & Navisworks Manage.

The Whiting‑Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

There is no specific years of experience required; this internship is open to undergraduate students. The Company’s salary ranges are dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to role, level and location. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors such as job‑related skills, relevant education and experience, applicant’s abilities and market considerations. The annual base salary range listed is subject to change at any time and does not alter the at‑will nature of the employment relationship.

The foregoing information reflects base salary only and does not include other forms of available compensation such as profit sharing, stock appreciation rights, retirement compensation, travel subsistence, and other benefits, which are dependent upon various factors such as years of service, location, performance, etc.

This salary range is for California only.

The Whiting‑Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.