I am so excited to have joined PC Construction as an intern this summer! I am currently a rising junior studying civil engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology. A fun fact about me – I play soccer there too as a Wentworth Leopard!
Wentworth integrates real work practice into our college experience through a co-op program, where students find jobs on their own and work in their major of interest. These opportunities are a big part of the curriculum because they allow students to learn what they do and don’t like about the workforce they are about to enter. This process also provides students with valuable exposure to the applicant process.
This opportunity at PC is so important for me because the classes I am taking span a myriad of potential career directions. This internship focuses on one piece – construction management. Every day on the jobsite with PC I can learn about the construction process and determine if this is the right direction for my future.
I am currently working as an office engineer intern at the Weidmann Electrical Technology Manufacturing Expansion project in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. I work with an extremely helpful team who keep me busy and spend the time to thoroughly explain their work and processes to me. Since I have been here, I’ve learned about submittals, RFIs, daily logs, punch lists, material orders and closeout. I even completed my OSHA 10 certification! I get to see the inside process of communication with engineers and supervisors to make sure every step of a plan is carried through safely and correctly.
The Weidmann project is progressing steadily across its three major construction areas: the Warehouse, BM2 Equipment Upgrades, and the Fab North Addition.
- Warehouse: A major milestone was achieved on June 2 when the Warehouse received its Certificate of Occupancy – a huge accomplishment! Construction began just five months ago, and the team successfully navigated numerous challenges, including material delays and harsh winter conditions. All structural steel, framing, roofing, siding, and miscellaneous specialties were installed by PC’s Special Projects Group, a testament to the versatility and skill of our self-perform team.
- BM2 Equipment Upgrades: The BM2 area also hit some exciting milestones, including the installation of a dump chest and a 70,000-pound, 1000Hp boiler. Preparations are underway for a significant facility shutdown in early October, which will last six weeks as work occurs seven days a week. This period will be critical for completing the bulk of the equipment upgrades and installations.
- Fab North Addition: Affectionately nicknamed “Big Foot” by the owner, the Fab North Addition began steel erection in mid-May and is moving at an impressive pace. Like the Warehouse, the structural steel, miscellaneous metals, siding, and framing are being handled by PC’s Special Projects Group.
Working alongside an active manufacturing site has been a unique and fascinating experience. I capture daily photos, and the transformation from when I first arrived to now is striking. It is inspiring to witness how fast, yet detailed construction can be—and how essential teamwork is at every stage of the process. 
