Construction Management Intern

Rockford Construction Co.; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Volunteer time off

Networking events

Professional training

Job summary

Rockford Construction Co. invites you to join our Construction Management Internship at the Grand Rapids site. You will work alongside experienced superintendents on active jobsites, gaining hands-on exposure to planning, management, and execution of diverse project types.

This program includes formal training, volunteer opportunities, and company-wide networking events designed to foster professional growth and help you build a long-term career in construction.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a construction-related degree.
• Willingness to travel to regional jobsites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced superintendents and project teams on active jobsites.
• Gain hands-on understanding of day-to-day construction management.

Education

Currently pursuing a construction-related degree

Job description

Construction Intern

Work Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

About This Opportunity

Rockford's Construction Management Internship gives students practical hands‑on jobsite experience and develops a deeper understanding of how different project types are planned, managed, and built. Interns work alongside experienced superintendents and project teams on active jobsites, gaining firsthand insight into the day‑to‑day management of construction projects. Depending on project needs and opportunities, interns may have the chance to travel to jobsites across the regions we serve. In addition to valuable on‑the‑job learning, interns participate in training, volunteer opportunities, and company‑wide networking events designed to support their professional growth.

At Rockford, we believe that investing in our people is essential to our success. We offer a competitive compensation package along with a 401(k) plan featuring a company match to help you plan for the future. Rockford also provides industry‑leading technology to empower our teams and offers meaningful ways to give back through volunteer time off and partnerships with local organizations. Joining Rockford means more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to shape your career while helping to build stronger communities.

Who We Are

For nearly 40 years, Rockford has been a trusted partner to thousands of clients across the U.S. With construction management, real estate development and property management services all under one roof, we view space from every angle. We think like owners, build with precision and operate to achieve long‑term value—always committed to craftsmanship, quality and service.

Our talented team brings expertise and innovation to commercial, educational, industrial, health + well‑being, hospitality, multi‑unit and retail markets. From complex, large‑scale construction, to smaller renovations, we tailor our services and approach to meet the unique needs of our clients and the communities they serve.

Recognized by Engineering News‑Record as one of the Top 200 Contractors in the nation and consistently honored as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Rockford delivers more than buildings. We deliver results that last. We’re deeply invested in our people, our communities and the continued success of every project we touch—driven by a clear purpose: to Build a Better World.

Environmental Factors

The work environment for this position may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction sites. Examples of physical hazards include noise, proximity to moving vehicles, atmospheric conditions, close quarters, uneven surfaces, and elevated surfaces. The individual may also be subjected to outside environmental conditions (weather) where protection may not be available. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times outside the job trailer. The work environment for this position may also include occasional visits to the corporate office and job site trailer, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods of time.

Rockford is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.