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Vault surveyed thousands of current and former interns about their internship programs. Vault’s Best Internships by Industry reflect the highest-rated internship programs in eight different industries. The 2027 rankings are based on the results of the 2027 Internship Survey conducted in the summer of 2026.
Survey Methodology

To compile the 2027 Vault Top Internships Rankings, Vault surveyed thousands of current and former interns in the summer of 2026. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest and 1 being the lowest, respondents were asked to rate their internship experiences in seven core areas:

  • Quality of Life (company culture, hours, work-life balance, flexibility)
  • Culture of Acceptance (interns' ability to be authentic and "bring their whole selves to work," level of respect for interns varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives)
  • Compensation & Benefits (pay structure, subsidized expenses, technology resources, office space, perks)
  • Interview Process (application process, requirements, number of interviews)
  • Career Development (including four separate ratings for training and mentoring, quality of assignments, real-life experience, networking opportunities)
  • Full-time Employment Prospects (opportunity to obtain a full-time job with this organization)
  • Inclusion (including four separate ratings for inclusion with respect to women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, and other underrepresented groups)

To determine an overall score for each program, the ratings were assigned relative weights based on what interns told us they most value most in an internship. The overall scores are based on the following weighted formula: 35 percent career development, 20 percent employment prospects, 20 percent quality of life, 20 percent compensation, and 5 percent culture of acceptance.

Vault then compiled rankings of the highest-rated internship programs in 13 different industries, including Accounting, Constructions & Trades, Consulting, Consumer & Industrial Products, Energy & Renewables, Financial Services, Health Sciences, Insurance, Investment Banking, Media, Retail, Tech & Engineering, and Travel & Transportation.

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2027 Best Construction & Trades Internships

#1
SCORE 9.405
2026 Rank 1

DAVIS Summer Internship Program

Each summer, DAVIS welcomes 25-30 college students to the greater DMV area to participate in a 12-week internship experience. From day one, interns are part of the DAVIS team. Safety is paramount, with interns learning and championing safety...

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#2
SCORE 9.097
2026 Rank NR

McCarthy Internship Program

McCarthy's Intern Advantage program treats participants as functioning members of project teams from the outset of their assignment. Interns take on responsibilities tied to active construction projects, working alongside engineers,...

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#3
SCORE 8.978
2026 Rank 8

Superior Construction Building the Future Internship Program

The Superior Construction Building the Future summer internship offers students a 12-week program that provides an in-depth look into a career in the construction field. Interns gain hands-on experience by working on real projects alongside...

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#4
SCORE 8.938
2026 Rank NR

Brasfield & Gorrie Internship Program

Brasfield & Gorrie's internship and co-op program places students across the company's operating divisions, including field construction operations, preconstruction, marketing, and mechanical or specialty trades. Positions are offered across...

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#5
SCORE 8.876
2026 Rank 2

HITT Futures Internship

HITT Construction interns participate in hands-on internship experiences in the HITT Futures Leadership Program. Construction interns are placed with Futures Program mentors for the duration of their summer work at HITT and participate in the...

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#6
SCORE 8.849
2026 Rank 4

Taylor Morrison Internship Program

Taylor Morrison’s TM Explorer internship program offers college students hands-on experience in the homebuilding process, including project planning, resource management, subcontractor coordination, cost oversight, permitting, safety, quality...

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#6
SCORE 8.849
2026 Rank NR

The Garrett Companies Internship Program

Every year, The Garrett Companies offers its paid summer internship program, which includes a number of notable perks, such as a 401(k) for qualifying individuals, onsite barber and fitness centers, free lunches, and summer Fridays. The Garrett...

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#8
SCORE 8.792
2026 Rank NR

rand* construction Internship Program

Rand's construction internship program runs for approximately 12 weeks, typically over the summer, and is open to undergraduates studying construction management, engineering, architecture, or related disciplines starting as early as their...

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#9
SCORE 8.752
2026 Rank 9

CDM Smith Internship Program

CDM Smith offers an internship program to students pursuing STEM degrees who are interested in joining the construction and engineering fields. Interns can join a variety of areas, like construction, environmental engineering, civil engineering,...

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#10
SCORE 8.607
2026 Rank 10

ABM Internship Program

ABM offers an internship program to students looking to learn more about the business of facilities management. This includes real-world work alongside fellow interns as well as site visits to the various facilities that ABM works with.

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