Intern - Operations (San Ramon)

Location

San Ramon - 12657 Alcosta Blvd, Suite 250

Business

At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and homebuilder for over 65 years, we have had one goal in mind – creating the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning, master-planned communities to the creation of well-designed homes, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community.

As part of Brookfield — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world — we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound Sustainability practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures — we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.

If you're ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Your Team

Brookfield Residential’ s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide students with a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to the success of our projects and operations. This internship program is open to highly motivated and driven students who are eager to explore the development and residential real estate industry, gain practical experience, and make meaningful contributions to our team. The Summer Internship Program will begin on May 25, 2026 and conclude on August 14, 2026.

The Operations Intern role provides structured, hands-on exposure to residential construction operations, customer care, and purchasing within active Brookfield Residential communities. This internship is designed as a rotational program that supports field teams during peak summer workload while intentionally developing a future talent pipeline for Assistant Superintendent and Customer Care Representative roles. Interns will gain practical experience in jobsite operations, quality control, purchasing workflows, and homeowner experience processes, while operating under direct supervision and clearly defined responsibilities.

Your Key Deliverables

Construction & Field Operations:

•  Assist with daily jobsite walks focused on safety, cleanliness, and organization
•  Observe trade sequencing and coordination with Superintendents
•  Support quality control walks and inspection preparation
•  Input and track defects and punch items in BuildPro
•  Assist with model and site maintenance activities
•  Observe SWPPP compliance and site logistics

Customer Care & Homeowner Experience:

• Shadow warranty service request intake and documentation
•  Observe homeowner communications and service scheduling
•  Assist with tracking completion and homeowner signoffs
•  Observe New Home Orientations and pre-walks (as appropriate)
•  Learn how construction quality impacts customer satisfaction and survey results

Purchasing:

• Assist with bid comparisons and scope reviews
•  Learn purchasing workflows and PO generation processes
•  Support documentation and follow-up with vendors and trade partners
•  Observe how purchasing decisions impact cost, schedule, and quality

Professional Development:

•  Participate in weekly check-ins with assigned mentor
•  Gain exposure to Brookfield standards, systems, and culture
•  Prepare and deliver a final summary presentation outlining lessons learned and improvement opportunities

Qualifications:

•  Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Construction Management, Engineering,    Business, Real Estate, Architecture, or a related field
•  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
•  Effective verbal and written communication skills
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
•  Ability to adapt quickly and learn new systems and processes
•  Comfortable working on active construction job sites
•  Must possess reliable transportation
•  Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday)

Benefits:

·        Hands-on experience in a real estate development environment.

·        Mentorship from industry professionals.

·        Exposure to diverse projects and challenges.

·        Networking opportunities within the real estate industry.

·        Competitive compensation for the internship duration.

·        Potential for future career opportunities within Brookfield Residential.
 

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Brookfield Residential participates in the E-Verify process to confirm the eligibility of candidates to work in the United States.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.