J-1 Engineering Internship NYC @ King Rose
Construction Management in Manhattan: Your Year on New York’s Job Sites
For students of Civil Engineering or Architecture, real-world expertise is built on the construction site. At King Rose of NY Inc, you have the opportunity to spend a full year (52 weeks) diving deep into New York City’s construction management scene. You’ll be right where the action is, supporting project leadership in delivering high-quality builds on schedule.
The Host Organization
King Rose is an established construction and project management firm based on 38th Street in Manhattan. With a specialized team, the company coordinates complex projects in the heart of the city. For those aiming for a career in construction management, this offers an ideal professional environment.
Your Role & On-Site Practice
Over the course of the year, you will learn how large-scale projects are managed in the US. Your time will be spent primarily in the field:
- Project Support: You will assist project managers in monitoring workflows and helping ensure quality and efficiency across various job sites.
- Field Assignment: This position is for those who want to be out in the city. You will accompany on-site meetings, coordinate between different trades, and understand the logistics behind NYC construction projects.
- Documentation & Planning: You will help review plans and maintain schedules—essential skills for your future career.
- Housing: Located in the heart of Manhattan, housing is not included. However, the VisaNerd platform provides guidance for finding accommodation in New York.
Career Impact
A full year of work experience in New York City with a US firm is a unique selling point for your portfolio. You will demonstrate more than just technical knowledge in engineering or architecture; you will prove resilience, intercultural competence, and fluency in technical English.
The J-1 Process
The entire administrative handling of your 12-month stay is managed through the VisaNerd infrastructure. The system handles host verification and manages the issuance of your DS-2019 form, so you can focus entirely on your year in New York.
Infrastructure Guarantee
This placement is exclusively tied to the VisaNerd infrastructure. The legal vetting as well as the issuance of the DS-2019 form are handled entirely via the certified VisaNerd system.
Exact Address: 307 W 38th St, 10018
Frequently Asked Questions regarding this position
A very high percentage. This is not a typical desk job. You will primarily be out on job sites across New York City. That is exactly where you will learn about trade coordination, safety standards, and real-world construction management—skills that aren't found in any textbook.
You should be a student of Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field such as Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or have graduated within the last year). We value resilience, punctuality, and a drive for the dynamic pace of a New York construction site more than perfect grades.
52 weeks allow you to witness the full cycle of construction projects in NYC. This long-term commitment ensures deep professional integration into the team and turns your reference into a top-tier credential for international engineering firms.
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