Excavation Office Intern

Description

Position Overview:

Petry Excavating, Inc. is seeking a reliable and motivated part-time intern to assist with daily administrative and accounting-related tasks in our growing business. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently. The intern will gain hands-on exposure to business operations, basic accounting practices, and professional office procedures in a supportive and supervised environment.

Learning Opportunities:

• Introduction to accounting and financial processes in the construction industry
• Understanding office operations specific to an excavation and contracting business
• Exposure to job costing, vendor management, and compliance documentation
• Development of professional workplace habits and organizational skills
• Experience working with accounting and office software systems

Responsibilities

• Scan, organize, and electronically file company documents
• Assist with financial record keeping and basic data entry
• Review and audit financial records for accuracy and compliance under supervision
• Verify and reconcile monthly vendor statements
• Organize invoices, receipts, and supporting accounting documentation
• Assist with maintaining organized project and job-related records
• Perform general office administrative tasks such as filing, copying, and document preparation
• Provide support to office staff with special projects as needed
• Limited exposure to project management and job cost documentation

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in high school
• Interest in business, accounting, construction management, or office administration
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar)
• Ability to follow instructions and handle confidential information responsibly
• Dependable, punctual, and professional demeanor
• Reliable transportation to and from the office.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced work environment.

Learning Objectives

• Introduction to accounting and financial processes in the construction industry
• Understanding office operations specific to an excavation and contracting business
• Exposure to job costing, vendor management, and compliance documentation
• Development of professional workplace habits and organizational skills
• Experience working with accounting and office software systems

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