Construction firms continue to expand workforce development efforts as the industry seeks to strengthen its pipeline of skilled professionals. Pulice recently highlighted the role of internships in preparing future construction managers by showcasing the experience of an Arizona State University student working on infrastructure projects in Arizona.
The internship provides practical field experience that complements classroom education while exposing students to the planning and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.
Juan Perez, a junior studying Construction Management and Technology at Arizona State University, is participating in an internship with Pulice in Phoenix. His work focuses on gaining experience in heavy civil construction, including projects involving transportation infrastructure.
According to the company, Perez developed an interest in construction through early exposure to the industry and is pursuing a career focused on improving infrastructure safety and efficiency. The internship is intended to provide experience working alongside project teams responsible for delivering roads, bridges and other public infrastructure throughout Arizona.
Earlier in 2026, Perez also received a $10,000 scholarship from Beaver's Charitable Trust in recognition of his academic achievements and potential within the construction profession.
Construction companies across the United States continue to increase investments in internships, scholarships and university partnerships as demand remains strong for qualified project managers, engineers and field professionals. Practical learning opportunities help students transition from academic programs into the workforce while supporting long-term industry talent development.
Pulice, a FlatironDragados company, performs heavy civil infrastructure work across Arizona, Texas and other parts of the Southwest, with projects centered on transportation and public infrastructure.
Internship programs remain an important workforce strategy for contractors facing ongoing demand for skilled construction professionals. By combining academic education with field experience, initiatives such as Pulice's internship program help prepare the next generation of construction managers while supporting future infrastructure delivery across regional markets.
Source: Pulice.
