Project Management Intern - Summer

ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

We're all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren't just slogans on our walls. It's the way we do things  provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It's the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard.

We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

The Project Management Internship program is designed to provide interns with a balanced experience of the construction and engineering trades. In this role, the team member will gain exposure to construction and engineering methods and terminology both in the field and in the office. This team member in this position will gain familiarity with the design/build process and participate in a team approach to the design and construction of a project.

They will also interact and understand the relationships between various parties of a construction contract including owners, engineers, project managers, subcontractors and suppliers. They will develop an understanding of the responsibilities of a Project Manager and Project Superintendent. This role typically reports to a Project Manager. Works under immediate supervision of the Project Superintendent. This opportunity is designed for one summer and one semester, depending upon the ability and interest of the intern and his/her performance.

This is an on-site role located in Sioux Falls, SD.

• Updating the Project Management and Engineering Staff on the progress of current construction projects through detailed progress reports and staff meetings.
• Monitoring construction activity at the construction site and checking for accuracy according to plans.
• Assisting the Project Manager and Project Superintendent in monitoring site construction safety.
• Monitoring project equipment and materials receiving.
• Work with the Project Manager, Supply Chain Management, Project Superintendent and Warehouse Manager to increase receiving and dispersal efficiency.
• Participation in project coordination meetings, pre-construction meetings, and other multifaceted personnel interfaces.
• Assisting in project commissioning, working with the internal start-up team, sub-contractors, and vendors.
• Fielding questions and communicating with the Project Managers and Project Superintendents and sub-contractors regarding, but not limited to, the following:
• Construction sequencing
• Delivery schedules, replacing lost parts, etc.
• Drawing clarifications and corrections
• Coordinating site laydown and work configuration for trades
• Monitoring project punch lists and work with the Project Manager, Project Superintendent and others to complete these tasks.
• Creating documents or tools to assist Project Management processes.
• Fostering a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintaining a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.
• At POET, we're all on the same team. We all help out with responsibilities that may not be specifically listed here.

The POET Never Satisfied Internship openings are for Summer 2027. We post Internships in early September with the intention of having interns selected by November 1st.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Junior or Senior-level college student or recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience in the construction field or related areas of engineering preferred.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the candidate’s particular engineering field.
• Must possess excellent scheduling, organizational, and budget management skills.
• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office…