Special Projects Manager Intern - Summer 2026
Rocket, Detroit, MI, United States
We’re looking for a Special Projects Manager Intern who can take ideas and turn them into execution. This role is about ownership from scoping projects, building structure, to driving outcomes with minimal oversight.
You will work directly with executive leadership on high‑impact initiatives, from improving to building new processes and insights. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys solving problems, and wants to create meaningful impact.
This is an internship designed for both impact and development. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in project execution, problem‑solving, and building structured approaches to ambiguous work.
This role is best suited for someone who is eager to learn by doing and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment.
What You’ll Work On
Designing and executing internal projects
Turning loosely defined ideas into structured plans and deliverables
Researching, analyzing, and synthesizing information into clear insights
Building tools, trackers, or dashboards to improve visibility and execution
Roles & Responsibilities
Scope, plan, and execute projects end‑to‑end
Break down ambiguous problems into clear, actionable steps
Conduct research and synthesize findings into concise outputs
Build and maintain project plans, trackers, and documentation
Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable improvements
Provide structured updates, including progress, risks, and next steps
Collaborate with stakeholders to drive alignment and results
Ways of Working
In‑person collaboration: At least 3 days per week in‑office at our downtown Detroit headquarters, with flexibility based on business needs
AI‑enabled execution: We leverage AI to accelerate how we work. You’ll be expected to consistently integrate AI into your workflows to improve speed, quality, and output
Ownership mindset: Take initiative, propose next steps, and drive work forward—not wait for direction
Clarity and communication: Communicate in a concise, structured way and follow through on commitments
Growth & Development
Direct exposure to executive‑level priorities and decision‑making
Ownership of real, high‑impact projects
Ongoing feedback and coaching
Development of structured thinking, problem‑solving, and execution skills
Experience operating in a fast‑paced, AI‑enabled environment
Build hands‑on experience leveraging AI to streamline manual work, enhance outputs and develop proficiency across a range of emerging tools and workflows
What Success Looks Like
Projects are delivered on time with clear structure and documentation
Problems are proactively identified and solved without constant direction
Updates are clear, concise, and forward‑looking
You create momentum on initiatives that would otherwise stall
You consistently leverage AI tools to improve speed, quality, and outcomes
Demonstrate proficiency in applying AI tools and workflows to meaningfully improve speed, quality and outcomes across projects
What You’ll Get
Our team members receive comprehensive benefits and perks. For a full list of benefits and perks, consult the internal resources.
About Us
Rocket is a Detroit‑based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage®, which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard.
Apply today to join a team that offers career growth, amazing benefits and the chance to work with leading industry professionals.
This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state and federal law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at Careers@Rocket.com.
The compensation information below is provided in compliance with all applicable job posting disclosure requirements. The compensation for this position is $10.23-$27.82. The position may also be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives, and other employment‑related benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K retirement plan, and paid‑time off. More information regarding these benefits and others can be found here. The information regarding compensation and other benefits included in this paragraph is the company’s current, good faith estimate at the time of posting. [Compensation and benefits are subject to modification from time to time as the Company, in its sole and exclusive discretion, deems appropriate.] The Company may determine during its future reviews of the proposed compensation and benefits provided for this position, that the compensation and benefits for such position should be reduced. In no event will the Company reduce the compensation for the position to a level below the applicable jurisdictional minimum wage rate for the position. Los Angeles County and San Francisco Candidates only: qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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You will work directly with executive leadership on high‑impact initiatives, from improving to building new processes and insights. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys solving problems, and wants to create meaningful impact.
This is an internship designed for both impact and development. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in project execution, problem‑solving, and building structured approaches to ambiguous work.
This role is best suited for someone who is eager to learn by doing and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment.
What You’ll Work On
Designing and executing internal projects
Turning loosely defined ideas into structured plans and deliverables
Researching, analyzing, and synthesizing information into clear insights
Building tools, trackers, or dashboards to improve visibility and execution
Roles & Responsibilities
Scope, plan, and execute projects end‑to‑end
Break down ambiguous problems into clear, actionable steps
Conduct research and synthesize findings into concise outputs
Build and maintain project plans, trackers, and documentation
Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable improvements
Provide structured updates, including progress, risks, and next steps
Collaborate with stakeholders to drive alignment and results
Ways of Working
In‑person collaboration: At least 3 days per week in‑office at our downtown Detroit headquarters, with flexibility based on business needs
AI‑enabled execution: We leverage AI to accelerate how we work. You’ll be expected to consistently integrate AI into your workflows to improve speed, quality, and output
Ownership mindset: Take initiative, propose next steps, and drive work forward—not wait for direction
Clarity and communication: Communicate in a concise, structured way and follow through on commitments
Growth & Development
Direct exposure to executive‑level priorities and decision‑making
Ownership of real, high‑impact projects
Ongoing feedback and coaching
Development of structured thinking, problem‑solving, and execution skills
Experience operating in a fast‑paced, AI‑enabled environment
Build hands‑on experience leveraging AI to streamline manual work, enhance outputs and develop proficiency across a range of emerging tools and workflows
What Success Looks Like
Projects are delivered on time with clear structure and documentation
Problems are proactively identified and solved without constant direction
Updates are clear, concise, and forward‑looking
You create momentum on initiatives that would otherwise stall
You consistently leverage AI tools to improve speed, quality, and outcomes
Demonstrate proficiency in applying AI tools and workflows to meaningfully improve speed, quality and outcomes across projects
What You’ll Get
Our team members receive comprehensive benefits and perks. For a full list of benefits and perks, consult the internal resources.
About Us
Rocket is a Detroit‑based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage®, which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard.
Apply today to join a team that offers career growth, amazing benefits and the chance to work with leading industry professionals.
This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state and federal law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at Careers@Rocket.com.
The compensation information below is provided in compliance with all applicable job posting disclosure requirements. The compensation for this position is $10.23-$27.82. The position may also be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives, and other employment‑related benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K retirement plan, and paid‑time off. More information regarding these benefits and others can be found here. The information regarding compensation and other benefits included in this paragraph is the company’s current, good faith estimate at the time of posting. [Compensation and benefits are subject to modification from time to time as the Company, in its sole and exclusive discretion, deems appropriate.] The Company may determine during its future reviews of the proposed compensation and benefits provided for this position, that the compensation and benefits for such position should be reduced. In no event will the Company reduce the compensation for the position to a level below the applicable jurisdictional minimum wage rate for the position. Los Angeles County and San Francisco Candidates only: qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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