Why Join Our Team

At Lyles Services Co., a subsidiary of Lyles Construction Group, of we take pride in our employee and client-centric culture. Our employees and customers are at the forefront of everything we do and how we operate our business. Safety is our top priority and we work hard to ensure everyone goes home to their loved ones each day.

We are looking for ambitious individuals to join our team, who are passionate about their performance and who will continue to execute and believe in our core values of:

1. Teamwork: We recognize our primary asset is our people. Mutual respect provides the foundation for our success.
2. Integrity: Our work is performed with high standards of service, quality, and integrity and because of this, we have had the privilege to lead some of the most innovative projects in California.
3. Commitment: We understand that lasting relationships are the lifeline of our business so we pay personal attention to our clients by focusing on them as collaborative partners.

If you are looking for a company who will value you and provide you with great employee benefits, training and development opportunities, career growth and the opportunity to be a part of something bigger, then Lyles Services Co. is right for you!

This is an in-person internship based in Fresno, CA.

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for working with our Innovation team to implement and optimize artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, construction enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, finance platforms, and job costing applications across the Lyles Group family of companies. This role focuses on emerging technology research, AI implementation support, system integration projects, and data analysis that drive operational transformation.

This role offers exposure to the full innovation lifecycle—from identifying technology opportunities and evaluating emerging tools to implementing solutions and measuring their impact on construction operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about applying artificial intelligence and modern software development to solve real-world industry challenges.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Support the implementation and optimization of AI solutions within construction ERP systems, finance platforms, and job costing applications
2. Research and evaluate emerging technologies, including machine learning frameworks, automation tools, and construction specific software platforms
3. Analyze operational data to identify opportunities for AI-driven process improvements and efficiency gains across construction projects
4. Assist in building and enhancing web applications using the team's .NET, Next.js, React, and Tailwind CSS stack to deliver AI-powered features and internal tools
5. Collaborate with finance, operations, and project management teams to understand technology needs and translate them into technical requirements
6. Create documentation for AI implementations, system integrations, and innovation workflows to support knowledge transfer and scalability
7. Participate in proof-of-concept projects testing new technologies before enterprise-wide deployment
8. Support ERP system configuration, testing, and user acceptance activities as part of digital transformation initiatives
9. Develop web-based dashboards and internal tools using React, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS that make complex construction data accessible to decision-makers
10. Assist in training and change management activities as new technologies are rolled out to end users
11. Monitor industry trends in construction technology, PropTech, and enterprise AI to inform strategic innovation planning
12. Contribute to cross-functional innovation projects involving multiple Lyles Group subsidiaries
13. Present research findings and project updates to Innovation team leadership and stakeholders
14. Execute additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and Experience

1. Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field
2. Previous internship or project experience with modern web frameworks (React, Next.js), .NET, Python, or enterprise software development preferred
3. Demonstrated interest in construction technology, PropTech, or digital transformation through coursework, projects, or independent learning
4. Experience in coursework with web development technologies such as React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, or similar frontend frameworks
5. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Desired Skills and Knowledge

1. Completed coursework in web development, programming, data structures, databases, or artificial intelligence preferred.
2. Programming experience in one or more of: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, C#/.NET, or SQL
3. Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and tools, or experience integrating AI services into applications
4. Understanding of database systems, RESTful APIs, and modern web architecture
5. Strong research skills and ability to quickly evaluate new technologies
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

1. A valid California Driver's License

Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

1. Effective Communication
2. Analytical Thinking
3. Collaboration
4. Presentation Skills
5. Initiative
6. Thoroughness
7. Adaptability
8. Learning Agility
9. Personal Integrity

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Office - The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters if you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email HumanResources@lylessc.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail HumanResources@lylessc.com or call toll-free 559-441-1900.

This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

The Company will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to the Company, including via mailing address, fax machine, email, or directly to employees, will be considered the property of the Company. The Company will not pay any fee for placements resulting from unsolicited resumes. The Company will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.

Agencies must receive advance written approval from the Company's recruiting representative before submitting resumes, and only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. The Company will not pay fees to any Agency without such an agreement in place. Agency agreements must be in writing and signed by the Human Resources Representative or their designee; no other Company employee is authorized to enter into agreements regarding candidate placements on behalf of the Company. Please send any questions or concern to HumanResources@lylessc.com.