Hensel Phelps

Marketing and Project Development Intern

June 2022 • Bellevue, WA

What I liked

At Hensel Phelps I always felt seen. At work, I knew that people cared about me as a person and wanted to develop my skills and keep me within the company. They always valued what I had to say even as just an intern. My supervisor gave me tasks that would challenge me and allow me to grow my skills and develop me as a professional. My supervisor always told me that even if at the end of my internship I decided I didn't want to work in the construction industry, she still wanted me to feel like my time was worthwhile and that I was able to gain skills I could put on my resume to help me get my next job. I always felt valued as an individual by everyone on the team, the company culture is unbeatable.

What I wish was different

There aren't many things I would critique about the job, from the pay/benefits to the diverse workload and company culture, I couldn't recommend Hensel Phelps enough.

Advice

I have been able to learn so much about the industry in such a short amount of time. I came into my internship knowing nothing about construction, so I have learned so much over the summer. This is such a cool job for someone who likes marketing and is business minded, but also wants to be creative. While I never expected I would be in the construction industry - and loving it so much - I am so glad that I found this job because I love marketing, sales, and writing and this internship has been the perfect mix of all three. My advice would be not to judge a job based on the industry, if I had done that I would have never found Hensel Phelps and had such an amazing experience. Take every interview you can get because my interview with Hensel Phelps was when I really knew I wanted to work there because I was able to see their company culture and knew I would fit right in.

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Field/Office Engineer Intern

May - August 2020 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

The people of HP are great to work with and truly love their jobs. They are there to help and assist you in learning what it takes to work with HP. The company works hard which requires the best of the best.

What I wish was different

Nothing. The internship program is a great opportunity and covers all the basic skills and knowledge needed to enter this career. HP has done a great job with the internship program.

Advice

Be sure to introduce yourself with all Project managers and Superintendents on the job. It helps with getting better roots with the company. Never be scared to ask questions to learn.

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Field engineer

June - September 2019 • Seattle, WA

What I liked

The work I was doing. Work environment. Personel I was working with.

What I wish was different

A bit more guidance would have been nice

Advice

Learn all you can. Ask tons of questions, even if it's not about your scope of work; if your curious ask.

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Field/office intern

May - August 2019 • Los Angeles, CA

What I liked

The experience and knowledge j gained

What I wish was different

Done more interviews

Advice

Put yourself out there, and interview everyone

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Field engineer intern

June - August 2019 • Honolulu, HI

What I liked

They paid for travel expenses and housing. I had a lot of responsibilities and got to work on important projects on a construction site.

What I wish was different

I wish I got to spend more time in the field.

Advice

Take advantage of the networking opportunities while you’re there.

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Construction intern

June - August 2019 • Round Rock, TX

What I liked

I enjoyed gaining hands on experience and field training that completely altered my knowledge and view of the construction industry.

What I wish was different

I wish I didn’t have to pay utsa for an internship class because I had to go out of pocket to pay for this class that in my opinion should not be a class that students should have to stress about paying for.

Advice

Give 110 percent and your effort will show and your employer will be more likely to hire you. Also do not be afraid to talk to everyone you can and exchange phone numbers or business cards because networking is key to setting yourself up for success.

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Construction Craft Laborer

May - August 2019 • Denver, CO

What I liked

I loved the hands on feel of being a laborer. I learned a lot over the summer which will help with my upcoming internship with Hensel Phelps

What I wish was different

I wish I could have gotten a little bit more plan reading work to better prepare myself for an internship

Advice

This is a great way to get an internship with a company if you are dedicated. Companies look at labor work and love to hire those that do it. I was a laborer for HP and now I will be an intern with them

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Office Engineer Intern

May - August 2019 • San Bruno, CA

What I liked

I loved the fact that it was very hands on and taught me many skills for my career.

What I wish was different

I feel like the communication can better.

Advice

Be more confident in yourself. Just because you are an intern does not mean your opinion is not valid. Also, also speak up when you need help.

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project engineer intern

May - August 2019 • Gaithersburg, MD

What I liked

Everyone from every level was extremely helpful. They organized intern events, so I was able to get to know the other interns extremely well. I spend 6 weeks in the field and 6 weeks in the office, so I was able to get a well-rounded feel for the company. They paid for my housing while I was there, and the area was amazing as well.

What I wish was different

Nothing, I had an amazing summer

Advice

Hard work pays off. Do not be afraid to ask questions, but use your resources as much as possible.

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Construction Estimator Intern

June - August 2019 • Tysons Corner, VA

What I liked

I liked the company culture and all of the employees I worked with during my internship. I also liked how I was doing meaningful work rather than pushing papers or pencils

What I wish was different

Advice

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Field Engineer Intern

May - August 2019 • Phoenix, AZ

What I liked

Very cool project, great team, and I was able to actively assist in the project.

What I wish was different

Often the work include supervising subcontractors which wasn’t the most exciting.

Advice

Just work hard and be attentive. Doing so and being willing to get dirty led to a great experience and a job offer.

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Field Engineer Intern

May - August 2019 • Fort Worth, TX

What I liked

I learned way more about the commercial construction industry than I could have ever imagined.

What I wish was different

I can't think of anything that I wish would have been different.

Advice

Show up ready to work hard.

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Office Engineer Intern

June - August 2018 • Bellevue, WA

What I liked

Project Team, the work I was doing, the location of the project, the events outside of work, and the Seattle area itself

What I wish was different

I wish i couldve been there longer, the bulk of the construction work started to pick up the week I left.

Advice

The idea of moving across the country may be nerve racking to some but I HIGHLY recommend it.

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Construction intern

May - August 2018 • Richmond, VA

What I liked

Good pay and experience

What I wish was different

Closer to home. Live closer to job site

Advice

If you enjoy moving every 2 years this is for you

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Field Engineering Intern

May - August 2018 • Seattle, WA

What I liked

I enjoyed the variety of work I was assigned and the many different people I worked with

What I wish was different

I wish I could’ve worked more hours to get a realistic construction week

Advice

If you are confused, don’t know a term, don’t know an acronym, or need any sort of help, always ask questions!

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Field engineer intern

May - August 2018 • Denver, CO

What I liked

Good people

What I wish was different

More oppurtunities

Advice

Great experience speak up when you can

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Field Engineer Intern / Office Engineer Intern

June 2017 • San Diego, CA

What I liked

Perfect combination of corrective teaching and letting one learn on his/her own.

What I wish was different

More time in other parts of the company.

Advice

Be ready to learn new skills, work hard, and be self-sufficient.

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Safety intern

May - August 2018 • San Diego, CA

What I liked

I worked with a great group of people and was in a very positive environment to learn! Worked on a 250 million dollar hospital project and gained a lot of experience working in the commercial construction industry

What I wish was different

Nothing. So many positive perks to being an intern/employee. Hensel Phelps does a great job planning outside events with the employees!

Advice

I would say don’t be scared of going to a place you have never been too. Take the leap cause you never know who you will meet or what opportunities will be presented too you!

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