To obtain an internship or full-time employment, students are strongly encouraged to attend the Myers-Lawson School of Construction Career Fair held every fall and spring. Also, throughout the year, there are several opportunities to meet employers through evening information sessions and guest lectures.
The placement of graduates of Building Construction has typically been at 100% in either full time work, graduate school, or miliatry service. The 2008-2009 numbers will be posted this summer.
The salary range for December 2008 graduates was $45-$60,000.
Careers & Internships
Building Construction students obtain internships and full time positions with general contractors, specialty contractors, engineering firms, design-build firms, and other construction related businesses. The positions include, but are not limited to the following:
Office Engineer
Field Engineer
Expeditor
Construction Manager/Superintendent
Project Manager
Scheduler
Estimator
Project Executive
Field Operations Manager
Typically students start out as an assistant to these roles and eventually work into the full role with experience.
Employers are encouraged to contact Dannette Gomez Beane to learn of opportunities to recruit students.
To attend the next Myers-Lawson School of Construction Career Fair please register at www.mlsoc.vt.edu/career+fairs.
