Company Overview

At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces - we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.

Program Overview

JRM’s Summer Internship Program is a 10-week paid experience from June through August, designed to introduce students to the construction industry. Interns work alongside experienced professionals across both field and office settings, gaining meaningful, hands-on exposure to real projects. The program provides valuable insight and practical experience to help prepare students for a successful transition into full-time employment.

Project Focus

During your internship, you’ll have the opportunity to focus on one of the following key project areas:

Corporate Interiors
Core & Shell (Upgrades/Ground Up)
Education
Entertainment & Exhibitions
Hospitality
Retail

Roles & Responsibilities

Your internship will be focused on rotating through the following areas:

Field Operations: Oversees day-to-day construction activities on site, ensuring projects stay on schedule and meet quality standards. Focuses on keeping everyone on-site safe, following regulations, and implementing safety programs.
Observe and support trade coordination and construction sequencing.
Attend project meetings, coordination meetings, and inspections as required.
Assist in maintaining daily logs, site reports, photos, and progress documentation.
Assist with RFIs, submittals, and document control.
Assist with inspections, punch lists, and quality documentation.
Estimating: Calculates cost for materials, labor, and time to help plan and bid for projects. Sees how much an entire project costs during the pre-construction stage and starts the bidding project & works with the client on what we offer.
Assist with quantity takeoffs, pricing analyses, and cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment.
Maintain subcontractor lists, supplier information, and estimating databases.
Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams throughout the estimating process.
Support bid preparation, tender documentation, and value engineering reviews.
Maintain accurate estimating records, project files, and cost databases.
Project Management: Coordinates all aspects of a project from start to finish – budget, schedule, team, and client communication. Ensures the project is completed efficiently and meets client expectations.
Support Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Superintendents on active projects.
Assist with project documentation, submittals, and information distribution.
Attend project meetings and document key discussions and action items.
Help track material deliveries and maintain project records.
Perform additional project-related tasks as assigned by the team.

This internship is fully on-site based at a JRM office or project location five days per week.

What You Can Expect

Complete meaningful work assignments to support JRM’s success and contribution to the construction industry.
Build network and brand: Develop a network of colleagues to deepen your understanding of JRM and strengthen your professional relationships.
Demonstrate communication, analytical, and project management skills to effectively support project teams and prepare for full-time professional career.

Qualifications

Minimum:
Currently a rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering/Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Statistics, or a related field.
Preferred:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint).
Demonstrated interest in construction management with a willingness to learn and grow within the industry.