January 2027 - Co-Op - Operational Finance

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

Turner Construction Company is a North America–based construction services firm with operations across Asia, India, and Europe. Founded in 1902, it is guided by values of active caring, teamwork, integrity, and commitment, with more than 120 years of impact on skylines and the industry.

With over 16,000 employees, Turner delivers approximately $29 billion in annual construction across 1,500+ projects, specializing in large, complex builds and advancing innovation and new technologies. Its work spans healthcare, education, commercial, aviation, and infrastructure sectors.

In Canada, where it has operated for more than 50 years, Turner employs nearly 1,000 people and generates close to $1 billion in annual revenue. With over 930 professionals, the company plays a key role in the industry while supporting communities through local projects, partnerships, and volunteer efforts. Turner is committed to quality, safety, inclusion, and building lasting value for the communities it serves.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER YOU

We are committed to developing the next generation of construction professionals by combining academic support with hands on experience. As an Intern or Co-op, you will gain meaningful experience that supports your goals and career development and may be eligible for educational credit, where applicable. This work term also includes:

• CA$23 to CA$26  per hour, depending on academic year and prior experience;
• potential for future co-op or internship terms, as well as consideration for full-time employment upon graduation, based on performance and business needs;
• support for employee growth through regular check-ins and feedback;
• paid statutory holidays;
• access to practical tools and resources, including a work phone, laptop, safety gear, and more;
  invitations to participate in company events and activities;
• the opportunity to join the Social Committee and various Employee Resource Groups (Mosaic, Pride, Women's, etc) to help organize employee events that foster engagement, connection, and a positive workplace culture;
• and the chance to join the Community & Citizenship (C&C) Committee to help organize volunteer events, community initiatives, and opportunities to give back

Position Description:

Participate in a structured Intern Program designed to apply academic knowledge to real-world business scenarios. Build foundational knowledge in Operational Finance, including training on accounting fundamentals, project finance concepts, and financial systems. Support day-to-day financial management activities across key accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Reconciliation, and Special Services. Contribute to data collection, reporting, and analysis efforts while assisting with process improvements related to budgeting, cost tracking, variance analysis, and operational performance metrics. Gain exposure to emerging technologies, including use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data tools in finance to support analysis, improve efficiency, and enhance reporting processes. Where applicable this assignment will support learning that applies to earning educational credits. Intern may be assigned to a single construction project on a construction job site or to an office location supporting multiple projects. This opportunity is available year-round.

Turner Construction’s Toronto office is currently seeking students interested in an 4- or 8- month Operational Finance Co-Op/Internship opportunity for the 2027 January semester. This is a full-time position (Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week) that offers hands-on experience on-site at our Toronto office.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with full participation and immersion of Intern Program, take ownership to fulfill learning requirements and assigned responsibilities, while coordinating with supervisors to effectively prioritize work, manage time, and ensure successful completion of program and project deliverables. /li>
• Learn, understand, and apply Turner financial accounting processes, including construction accounting principles, earnings, and revenue recognition, with guidance from your supervisor. /li>
• Follow company and Finance policies related to financial reporting, confidentiality, and data governance. /li>
• Learn and develop skills related to effective communication, conflict resolution, taking direction, and teamwork. Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and business partners. /li>
• Participate in training sessions, meetings, project site visits, and other learning opportunities provided through Intern Program. /li>
• Review billing details against client contractual requirements for accuracy, review contracts and invoice backup for accurate accounts receivable. /li>
• Assist with validating coding of project costs and comparing invoices and expenses to project cost coding structures. /li>
• Support Shared Services Organization (SSO) with invoice processing tasks, verify subcontractor and vendor accounts status, including lien waivers and recoded costs to support accurate month-end work-in-place reporting. /li>
• Assist with analyzing budgets and reallocating costs through preparation of journal entries and in support of month-end close process. Assist with monitoring project cash flow, including billings, collections, and payments, and prepare payments held reports to support team communication and visibility. /li>
• Support under and overbilling analysis and participate in team meetings to support communication of project status. /li>
• Gain exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled tools and data analytics techniques to support financial analysis, reporting, and process efficiencies. /li>
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, identify opportunities to use AI technology and automation to standardize financial workflows, templates, and reports. /li>
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations to support financial reviews and management requests. /li>
• Share periodic progress updates with your supervisor and engage in feedback conversations to support learning and professional growth. /li>
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.