Human Resources Intern - Providence, RI 2026

Human Resources Intern - Providence, RI 2026

Job Locations

US-RI-Providence | US-MA-Boston

Tracking Code

2025-11396

Category (Portal Searching)

CAMPUS RECRUITS : Full-Time & Intern Opportunities - Internship Opportunities

Overview

Are you ready to unleash your potential in Human Resources? If you are passionate about people and want to make a difference in the world of work, Gilbane has the perfect opportunity for you. Gilbane is one of the largest family-owned Construction Management firms in the country, and we are looking for a Human Resources Intern for the summer of 2026. This is a full time, paid internship opportunity based in our Providence, RI office, that will give you hands-on experience in various aspects of Human Resources.

Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane's core value of Caring and "People First" workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You're a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You're someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions.

Your core values match Gilbane's : Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What's in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources for those that are early in their career. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

As a Human Resources (HR) Intern, you will be part of our People First Strategy, which means you will work on exciting projects that align with your interests and goals. You will have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with our internal Human Resources teams. Past project areas include :

• Recruiting talented and diverse candidates; utilizing recruitment channels to identify potential applicants and conducting screening interviews to assess skills and experience
• Supporting our U.S. Immigration & Domestic Assignment program
• Researching university partnerships to enchance our campus recruitment strategy
• Leveraging data analytics to inform business decisions
• Providing technical assistance to employees in a Learning Management System
• Developing and evaluating new tools and talent programs, to createa positive and engaging employee experience

Throughout the internship, you will also have the chance to network with senior leaders, receive feedback and coaching, and participate in fun and meaningful events. You will not only grow your skills and knowledge, but also your confidence and career prospects.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

#LI-DNP

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and / or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Rhode Island, this ranges from $24.00 - $27.00 per hour.

Gilbane invests in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations : Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.