Summer internship

BUILD MORE THAN YOUR RESUME... BUILD THE CAROLINAS!

Real Projects. Real Growth.

At R.J. Leeper Construction, we’re building careers, structures, communities, and the next generation of construction leaders. Our paid Summer Internship Program offers college students and recent graduates the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals on real-world job sites. With active projects across North and South Carolina, we’re looking for motivated, rising talent to help shape what’s next.

This is your chance to get off the sidelines and onto real job sites, working alongside professionals who want to see you grow. With projects happening in cities like Charlotte and Wilmington, you’ll get a front-row seat to the world of construction in action.

Real Projects

Future Leaders

Hands-On

BUILD CAROLINA

Where to meet us

We’ll be on campus this fall recruiting future interns. Stop by to ask questions, meet our team, hand us your resume, and even interview on the spot.

Fall 2025 Career Fair Schedule:

North Carolina State University – September 9, 2025
North Carolina A&T State University – September 10, 2025
University of North Carolina at Charlotte – September 11, 2025

Don’t see your school listed? Email us at morgan@leeperconstruction.com. We’re always looking to expand our reach.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

This isn’t a coffee-run kind of internship. You’ll be on-site, in meetings, and part of the team from day one. Whether you're walking through a major civic build or helping plan logistics for a healthcare facility renovation, you’ll gain practical experience in every stage of the construction process—from estimating and procurement to project closeout.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

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Full-time, paid internship | May–July 2026

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Hands-On Experience | Field and office exposure on real projects

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Mentorship & Networking | Connect with industry leaders and peers

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Professional Growth | Resume support, learning sessions & final capstone presentation

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OUR CLIENTS

Who We're Looking For

Students who are excited to learn by doing and aren’t afraid to step into real responsibility.
Strong communicators who bring a positive attitude and a team-first mindset to every challenge.
Driven collaborators who take pride in their craft and the impact it makes.

ABOUT R.J. LEEPER CONSTRUCTION

R.J. Leeper Construction is one of the largest Black-owned businesses in Charlotte and a proud subsidiary of Bright Hope Capital. Headquartered in Charlotte with an office in Wilmington, we are a purpose-driven general contractor delivering complex, high-impact projects across North and South Carolina. Our portfolio spans civic, healthcare, education, commercial, and cultural sectors, with a reputation built on integrity, performance, and community impact.

Beyond our core construction services, we operate several key verticals that strengthen our value to clients and partners: in-house industrial, civil, and concrete teams, a full-service janitorial and facility maintenance division, and a forward-thinking workforce development program that invests in local talent and builds long-term career pathways. Together, these capabilities position us to deliver excellence at every stage, while building a better future for the communities we serve.