Where Interns Become Innovators: Inside Ryan’s Intern Integration Day

This week, we hosted our annual Intern Integration Day: an experience unique to Ryan that brings our integrated design-build approach to life. 

Over the course of two days, our interns from across the country came together to take on a real-world development challenge. Working in cross-functional teams that mirror our integrated design-build model, they stepped into roles across development, design and construction, using simplified versions of the same tools our teams use every day, from proformas and ROI modeling to site selection and design software. 

The experience supplements their project-specific internships with a broader view of how our skilled teams collaborate to solve complex problems. Past projects include full-block housing and senior living developments and sustainable construction trailers. This year, interns will design a mobile training center concept for key clients. 

Interns presented their final proposals to a jury of senior leaders, gaining valuable feedback, building cross-market relationships and seeing first-hand what it means to work on a high-performing team. 

It’s more than just a learning experience. It’s an opportunity to connect, collaborate and grow, and an experience that many interns carry with them long after summer ends. 

Here’s what past participants had to say: 

• “During Intern Integration Day, I enjoyed working with other interns in different regions and connecting with seasoned professionals at Ryan to get our team’s project completed.” – Field Engineer Intern 
•  “IID was my favorite intern event! I really enjoyed it.” – Architecture Intern 
• “Through IID, I learned how to work in a cross-departmental team toward a common goal—something I’ll take with me anywhere I go next.” – Project Engineer Intern 

We can’t wait to see how this year’s intern teams rise to the challenge. 

Interested in becoming a Ryan intern? 

Join a team that takes a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Our internship program offers hands-on experience, meaningful connections, and a chance to contribute to real-world projects that make a lasting impact. Learn more and apply here.