You must pursue an accredited degree (Sophomore+), have a 2.8+ GPA, and provide a transcript. Preferred majors include Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Quantity Surveying.

You will review project plans, conduct quantity surveys, develop cost estimates, analyze bids, track historical costs, and participate in meetings while adhering to safety policies.

Construction & Surveying

Engineering

United States

Orlando

Universal Creative is the research and development group responsible for designing rides and attractions for Universal Parks & Resorts theme parks. It is Universal's equivalent of Walt Disney Imagineering. From 1968 until 1997, Universal Creative was known as MCA Planning and Development. In 1997, when Universal parent MCA was sold to Seagram and dropped the MCA name, the company was renamed Universal Creative.

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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Universal Destinations &amp; Experiences Internship Program:</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Applications Close:</b> February 28th, 2025, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible &ndash; don&rsquo;t delay!</li>
<li><b>Fall 2025 Program Dates:</b> Approximately September 2025 &ndash; December 2025</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>JOB SUMMARY:</b></h3>
<p>Intern will provide estimating support for the Estimating department, including putting together analysis for estimating comparisons, budget comparisons, and other comparisons as required. Intern will assist in comparing bids to estimates and budget information.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></h3>
<ul>
<li>Reviews project plans and specifications.</li>
<li>Conducts quantity surveys, develop cost estimates.</li>
<li>Reviews 3rd party construction cost estimates.</li>
<li>Attends applicable meetings.</li>
<li>Helps track historical costs.</li>
<li>Provides quantity survey information and area analysis for the estimating team.</li>
<li>Analyzes cost data, estimates, and bids.</li>
<li>Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health &amp; Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></h3>
<ul>
<li>In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Sophomore or above.</li>
<li>Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.</li>
<li>A transcript is required upon application.</li>
<li>Preferred majors include: Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or similar.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PREFERRED SKILLS &amp; KNOWLEDGE:</b></h3>
<ul>
<li>Ability to read blueprint drawings and on-screen quantity survey programs.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Please note the following:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.</li>
<li>Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than December 2025.</li>
<li>Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.</li>
<li>All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.</li>
</ul>
<p>Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.</p>
<p>Universal Orlando is an equal opportunity employer. Universal elements and all related indicia TM &amp; &copy; 2025 Universal Studios.</p></div>

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:

Applications Close: February 28th, 2025, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible – don’t delay!
Fall 2025 Program Dates: Approximately September 2025 – December 2025

JOB SUMMARY:
Intern will provide estimating support for the Estimating department, including putting together analysis for estimating comparisons, budget comparisons, and other comparisons as required. Intern will assist in comparing bids to estimates and budget information.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reviews project plans and specifications.
Conducts quantity surveys, develop cost estimates.
Reviews 3rd party construction cost estimates.
Attends applicable meetings.
Helps track historical costs.
Provides quantity survey information and area analysis for the estimating team.
Analyzes cost data, estimates, and bids.
Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Sophomore or above.
Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
A transcript is required upon application.
Preferred majors include: Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or similar.

PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Ability to read blueprint drawings and on-screen quantity survey programs.

Please note the following:

This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than December 2025.
Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.

Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.
Universal Orlando is an equal opportunity employer. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2025 Universal Studios.

Internship, Universal Creative – Estimating (Fall 2025)

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