The construction industry continues to compete for early-career talent as contractors expand project activity across transportation, power, renewable energy and other infrastructure markets. Aldridge is using its fall 2026 university recruiting schedule to connect with students seeking internships, co-ops and entry-level construction careers.
The company plans to participate in career fairs at universities across the country throughout September, targeting students interested in project management, estimating and field management positions.
Aldridge’s fall recruiting schedule includes 16 university events between Sept. 2 and Sept. 30. Participating schools include the University of Virginia, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Virginia Tech, Auburn University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Ferris State University, Cal Poly, Purdue University, Ohio State University and the University of Iowa.
Other stops include the University of Central Missouri, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, University of Louisiana Monroe, Colorado State University, California State Polytechnic University, and California State University, Fullerton.
The recruiting effort covers internship, co-op and full-time opportunities for recent graduates. Positions are focused on construction functions including project management, estimating and field operations.
Aldridge said new team members are integrated with experienced project managers, estimators and field leaders and can gain experience on active construction sites.
The company works across infrastructure markets that include transportation, renewable energy, mission-critical facilities, substations, transmission and distribution, foundation solutions, industrial infrastructure, government and defense, and communications and technology.
Technology is also part of the company's project delivery approach. Aldridge uses virtual design and construction, 3D spatial modeling, drone mapping and off-site prefabrication to support field operations and complex construction activities.
For contractors and infrastructure owners, strengthening the early-career workforce can help address long-term labor and skills shortages. University recruiting programs also provide contractors with a pipeline of candidates who can develop experience in field management, estimating and project delivery.
Aldridge’s September recruiting schedule gives students multiple opportunities to engage directly with construction professionals and learn about entry-level roles across infrastructure markets.
Source: Alridge Group.
