Villa Rica, September 5, 2025
News Summary
Villa Rica-based Caliber 1 Construction is expanding its Building My Blueprint internship into a year‑round program after hosting seven new interns and two returning students this summer. The change moves the program beyond a short summer cycle to provide continuous mentorship, rotational exposure across project management, site operations, and administrative roles, and sustained hands‑on work on active commercial projects. The program has placed dozens of college students from across the Southeast, pairing interns with project managers and field superintendents. Caliber 1 is accepting applications from students in construction management, engineering, and business fields.
Caliber 1 Construction expands Building My Blueprint internship into a year‑round program after Summer 2025 intake
Caliber 1 Construction is converting its summer internship into a year‑round initiative after hosting seven new summer interns and two returning interns during Summer 2025 as part of the Building My Blueprint program. The move is presented as a sustained investment in workforce development and training for future construction professionals.
Key facts up front
The company hosted seven new summer interns and two returning interns this year under the Building My Blueprint program. The program, launched in 2016, has served more than 40 college students across the Southeast. The expanded schedule will allow Caliber 1 to provide continuous hands‑on experience in areas such as project management, job site coordination and whole‑project delivery.
Program background and growth
Building My Blueprint began in 2016 as a seasonal internship connecting students with practical construction work. Since then the program has welcomed over 40 college students from a variety of institutions across the Southeast. Over the summer of 2025, seven students entered the program for the first time while two previous interns returned for further development within the company.
What interns do
The internship is built to give students practical exposure to commercial construction from preconstruction planning through project delivery. Interns work alongside experienced field staff and project managers on active builds. Typical assignments involve site coordination, assisting in project scheduling, attending on‑site safety and planning meetings, and contributing to work on municipal centers, educational facilities and retail developments.
Returning interns and roles
Two returning interns continued their development with Caliber 1 during Summer 2025. One returning student broadened responsibilities to include human resources and administrative work, gaining insight into the people and office side of construction business operations. Another returning student continued working closely with field superintendents, deepening experience in day‑to‑day site supervision and coordination.
Leadership perspective and program intent
The company says the program was developed to move students beyond classroom study and into active field work. Expanding Building My Blueprint to year‑round operation is described as a way to deepen investment in training and to help develop future industry leaders by offering a wider range of practical learning opportunities throughout the academic year.
Company context
Caliber 1 Construction is based in Villa Rica and recently marked its 20th anniversary. The firm now plans to accept applications on a rolling basis from students studying construction management, engineering and business‑related fields. Interested applicants are directed to the company’s internship page for more information and application instructions at caliber1construction.com/caliber-1-construction-internships.
Intern feedback and learning environment
Interns reported the program offered active, hands‑on learning rather than passive observation. They described day‑to‑day involvement on live projects and noted that staff engagement and mentorship were important parts of the learning experience. The structure is intended to give realistic exposure to the workflows, safety practices and collaborative environment of commercial construction sites.
What the year‑round model means
Moving to year‑round internships allows the program to accommodate students on varied academic schedules, provide longer mentorship windows, and place interns on projects during different phases of construction. The intent is to strengthen pathways from college programs into construction careers while giving employers access to more consistently trained entry‑level talent.
How to apply
Students in construction management, engineering and business programs are invited to learn more and apply online at the company’s internship page. The program materials outline eligibility, expected duties, and typical time commitments for seasonal and year‑round placements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Building My Blueprint?
A: Building My Blueprint is an internship program started in 2016 that links college students with hands‑on experience in commercial construction, including project management and job site coordination.
Q: How many interns participated in Summer 2025?
A: Seven new interns joined the program for the first time in Summer 2025 and two previous interns returned to continue their development.
Q: What will change with the year‑round expansion?
A: The program will accept interns throughout the year, allowing longer mentorships, placement across different construction phases and more flexible scheduling for students.
Q: Who can apply?
A: Students in construction management, engineering and business‑related fields are encouraged to apply. Details and application steps are posted on the internship page.
Q: Where is Caliber 1 Construction located?
A: The firm is based in Villa Rica and recently celebrated its 20th anniversary.
Q: What types of projects do interns work on?
A: Interns typically take part in municipal, educational and retail construction projects, contributing to preconstruction planning, site coordination and project delivery tasks.
Key features at a glance
| Feature | Description | Example / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Program start | Inaugurated in 2016 | More than 40 students served since launch |
| Summer 2025 intake | Seven new interns plus two returning interns | Returning interns expanded into HR/administration and field superintendent support |
| Scope of work | Hands‑on commercial construction experience | Preconstruction planning to project delivery; municipal, educational, retail projects |
| Location | Villa Rica‑based company | Company recently marked 20 years in operation |
| Application | Rolling applications for year‑round program | URL: caliber1construction.com/caliber-1-construction-internships |
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