Spotlight on Summer Interns
Celebrating Our Interns: Today's Interns, Future Leaders
Every year on National Intern Day, we take the opportunity to celebrate the talented students who choose to spend their summer learning, growing, and making an impact across the High companies. Through hands-on experience, mentorship, and meaningful work, these interns are building the skills that will help shape the future of our industries and communities.
This year's Intern Spotlight is especially meaningful as High was recognized by the PA Chamber Foundation as one of Pennsylvania's Greatest Places to Intern for the second consecutive year. We are honored by this recognition, and the true value of our internship program is best seen through the experiences of our interns. Across our businesses, these students brought fresh perspectives, embraced new challenges, and contributed to meaningful projects while gaining valuable professional experience along the way. As we celebrate their accomplishments, we're proud to invest in the next generation of talent and leadership.
Grant Carpenter
Construction Management Intern, High Construction Company
Grant Carpenter is a rising sophomore at Pennsylvania College of Technology majoring in Construction Management. He is also a member of the Penn College Construction Management Association. Grant discovered High Construction at the Penn College Fall Career Fair and was drawn to the company’s strong reputation and enthusiastic team.
Seeking an internship that would provide exposure to multiple areas of construction management, Grant has gained experience in operations, field supervision, and estimating. This hands-on experience has allowed him to develop familiarity with industry software, programs, and tools, helping build a strong foundation for his future career.
Throughout the summer, Grant has appreciated High Construction’s commitment to its coworkers and community, where he felt welcomed and supported while gaining valuable professional experience.
Sean Donlan
Construction Management Intern, High Construction Company
Sean Donlan is a business management student at Kent State University from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a Construction Management Intern at High Construction Company, he has been working closely with the estimating team to develop a strong understanding of the preconstruction process. His experience has included using On-Screen Takeoff, learning scope sheets, participating in bid reviews, and attending partnership meetings.
Sean aims to gain practical experience across all areas of construction management, including estimating, project management, operations management, and field work. He chose High Construction after learning about the company's commitment to building long-term relationships and the impact of the High Foundation within the community.
Outside of work and school, Sean enjoys spending time with friends, working out, watching movies, and cooking.
William Dougherty
Quality Control Intern, High Steel Structures
William Dougherty is a welding engineering student at Pennsylvania College of Technology. During his internship, he has gained experience in quality control and non-destructive testing (NDT) within a bridge fabrication environment. He has shadowed Level II inspectors to learn inspection processes and observe the daily responsibilities of NDT professionals.
William has assisted with ultrasonic testing equipment calibrations, supported inspectors during inspections, participated in welder audits, and observed visual inspections. While not yet certified to perform inspections independently, he has developed valuable technical skills and a deeper understanding of quality assurance practices.
Having grown up in the local area, William was familiar with High Steel Structures and its presence in the community. His internship has strengthened his technical knowledge, attention to detail, and understanding of the critical role quality control plays in ensuring the safety and reliability of steel structures.
Brody Ebersole
Estimating Intern, High Concrete
Brody Ebersole serves as an Estimating Intern at High Concrete, where he supports the estimating team through database and process optimization, 3D modeling, and project estimating for bids.
A Lancaster County native, Brody was familiar with the High companies and their strong reputation in the community. Since joining High Concrete, he has worked closely with an experienced team, gaining valuable industry knowledge and practical experience in the estimating process.
Through his internship, Brody has expanded his understanding of estimating operations and related technologies. He continues to develop his skills with tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, and Excel, while gaining hands-on experience that supports both his professional growth and understanding of the construction industry.
Orianna Edmond
Corporate Marketing Intern, High Company
Orianna Edmond is a recent graduate of Albright College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. She has a strong interest in social media management, content creation, and graphic design.
Orianna has gained hands-on experience across multiple areas of marketing, including managing High Companies' social media accounts, creating digital content, and designing graphics. This experience has allowed her to further develop her marketing skills while gaining valuable insight from industry professionals.
Orianna was drawn to High because of its strong culture of teamwork, collaboration, and community. The supportive environment has provided opportunities for both personal and professional growth. Outside of work, she enjoys working out, hiking, and spending time with her family.
Jared Ferguson
Project Management Intern, High Concrete
Jared Ferguson is a Project Management Intern at High Concrete and is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Management at Kutztown University with a focus on building a career in project management.
Jared works alongside Project Manager Keegan Smoker, learning to navigate industry software, participate in meetings, and attend job site visits. As he gains experience, he takes on increasing responsibility and applies his knowledge to support project management activities.
Jared was drawn to High Concrete because of its positive workplace culture, commitment to the community, reputation for growth and success, and recognition as a top company for interns. Since joining the team, he has experienced a welcoming environment that has allowed him to build professional relationships while developing the skills and industry knowledge needed for a future career in project management.
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Ryan Gushiken
Engineering Intern, High Concrete Group
Ryan Gushiken is a rising senior at Villanova University pursuing a degree in engineering. Through his internship, he is gaining exposure to the engineering industry and developing a deeper understanding of how engineering principles are applied in a professional setting.
Originally from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Ryan grew up hearing about High and seeing its impact throughout the local community. Joining High Concrete Group has provided the opportunity to work for a company he has long been familiar with and admired.
Outside of work, Ryan enjoys camping and spending time outdoors. He is always looking for new hiking destinations and opportunities to explore the mountains and natural landscapes around him.
Heaven Irish-Fyke
Marketing Intern, High Concrete Group & StructureCare
Heaven Irish-Fyke is a senior at Indiana University of Pennsylvania studying Communications Media with a concentration in Marketing. She is passionate about communications, branding, and digital marketing, with interests that include running, reading, and line dancing.
Heaven supports marketing initiatives by creating social media content, assisting with event coordination, and analyzing performance data from various marketing platforms. She is gaining practical marketing knowledge and developing professional skills in content creation, analytics, and campaign support.
Heaven was drawn to High because of its strong values, collaborative culture, and commitment to employee growth. The positive team environment and opportunities to learn new skills have made a strong impression on her. She continues to build confidence in a professional setting while gaining valuable experience that will help shape her future career path.
Jarrett Jones
Associate Design Engineer & Quality Control Intern, High Concrete Group
Jarrett Jones is a rising sophomore at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in Rochester, New York, where he is majoring in Mechanical Engineering and minoring in Spanish. In addition to his studies, he participates in student organizations, competes on the men's club tennis team, and is involved in undergraduate research.
Jarrett is gaining exposure to both engineering design and quality control processes. He is applying concepts learned in the classroom to real-world projects while developing technical skills and a broader understanding of the precast concrete industry.
Jarrett values continuous learning and collaboration. One aspect of High that has stood out to him is the company's supportive culture and commitment to professional development. The positive learning environment and willingness of team members to share knowledge have provided valuable opportunities for growth and hands-on experience.
Eliot Long
Estimating Intern, High Steel Structures
Eliot Long is a Mechanical Engineering student at Penn State entering his senior year. This summer, he is supporting High Steel Structures' estimating team by conducting time studies on fabrication equipment and processes. These studies provide valuable production data that helps improve project estimating, workforce planning, and scheduling accuracy.
With a strong interest in both manufacturing and infrastructure, Eliot was drawn to High Steel because of its role in bridge fabrication and the opportunity to see how large-scale projects come together. Throughout the internship, he has gained exposure to a wide range of operations, including welding, interpreting bridge design drawings, and understanding the interconnected processes involved in steel fabrication.
One aspect of the experience that has stood out to Eliot is the supportive and engaging work environment. Working alongside experienced team members has allowed him to expand his technical knowledge while developing a broader understanding of the bridge-building process. Through his work with the estimating team, he hopes to make meaningful contributions while continuing to build skills that will support his future engineering career.
Samantha Miller
Corporate Marketing Intern, High Company
Samantha Miller is a rising senior in the College of Business at Lehigh University, majoring in marketing. At High, she assists with content writing, copyediting, social media management, and more.
Her favorite part about the role is supporting marketing initiatives across High's different SBUs, as it has provided excellent exposure to multiple industries. Additionally, as someone who loves to write and be creative, she has thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to help with the production of High newsletters and magazines, such as Real Estate Matters and High Spirit. One aspect she loves about marketing is the variety of tasks it entails, which she has gotten to experience firsthand through this internship. It is a great opportunity to learn about different areas of the field and build a portfolio.
Samantha was drawn to High because she highly admires the company's philanthropic values. She is honored to work for a company that invests in both its community and coworkers. A great learning environment is present at High, as everyone is committed to helping interns learn and have a fulfilling experience.
Sydney Peters
Architecture Intern, Greenfield Architects
Sydney Peters is a rising junior at Penn State majoring in architecture. This summer, she is interning with Greenfield Architects, where she has been involved in projects at a variety of stages, from design to construction.
The experience has helped strengthen her software skills, refine her design process, and provide valuable hands-on professional experience. Growing up in Lancaster, Sydney often heard about High, so it was an easy decision to apply after learning about the opportunity with Greenfield Architects.
Her favorite part of the internship has been seeing how different parts of the company collaborate to take a project from an initial concept through design and into construction. She is looking forward to continuing to learn and grow throughout the summer.
Adam Tuwati
Supply Chain Intern, High Transit
Adam Tuwati is a rising junior at Penn State majoring in Supply Chain and minoring in Politics & Public Policy. This summer, he is supporting the SCM department by researching cost-reduction opportunities, helping create purchase orders in SAP, and contributing to a variety of supply chain projects.
One of the highlights of Adam's internship has been helping StructureCare establish a territory in Texas, which has given him valuable insight into the significant impact supply chain has on company operations.
As someone from the Lancaster area, Adam has known about High for many years and has always appreciated its strong impact on the local community. When he saw the opportunity to intern at High, he knew it would be a great fit. The team has been extremely welcoming and supportive, and he looks forward to continuing to gain experience, grow professionally, and connect with others in his field throughout the summer.
Corey Vanderfeltz
HVAC Design Engineering Intern, High Associates
Corey Vanderfeltz is an aspiring senior at Pennsylvania College of Technology. He is in the HVAC Design Engineering program and enjoys working in the field.
Corey chose High because he believes the company is one of a kind when it comes to HVAC. Since the company only serves tenants, he appreciates knowing the situations he is walking into when responding to a call.
Maggie Webb
Engineering Design Intern, High Steel Structures
Maggie Webb is from Annville, Pennsylvania, and is a civil engineering major entering her senior year at Shippensburg University.
This summer, Maggie is an Engineering Design Intern at High Steel Structures. So far, her favorite parts of the internship have been learning from others on the team, learning to weld, and participating in projects and calculations.
Donovon Weik
Civil Engineering Intern, High Concrete Group
Donovan Weik is a Civil Engineering student at Penn State Harrisburg and is spending his second summer as one of High Concrete Group's Civil Engineering Interns. He has known about High for years, having grown up in Denver, Pennsylvania, near the High Concrete plant.
His responsibilities this summer include reviewing and updating multiple code references that are commonly used but have recently been updated by both PCI and ASCE. Through this experience, he hopes to gain more knowledge about the structural precast world.
One of the most important lessons Donovan has learned is the value of talking with those who have more experience. He believes that asking questions, seeking advice, and learning others' stories are some of the best ways to grow. Gaining knowledge from experienced professionals is more helpful than keeping questions to yourself, and being willing to ask questions and make mistakes is an important part of learning.
Olivia Zerebilov
Digital Marketing & Events Intern, High Associates Ltd.
Olivia Zerebilov is a senior Marketing major with a minor in Photography at Millersville University. As the Digital Marketing & Events Intern for High Associates Ltd. this summer, her responsibilities include coordinating and photographing community events at Greenfield, creating and managing short-form videos, reels, and promotional graphics for social media, assisting with website updates, and drafting email newsletters.
Having completed two social media-focused internships, Olivia was eager to join High to broaden her experience and continue developing a well-rounded skill set across social media, digital marketing, and events. She was also inspired by High's dedication to environmental stewardship and community investment, especially following the recent transition of ownership to the High Foundation.
A fun fact about Olivia is that she loves to read and write poetry and is working on publishing her first poetry collection. So far, she has really enjoyed her internship at High and has felt incredibly welcomed by everyone she has had the chance to work with. It has been a positive and supportive environment, and she has already learned so much.