Military

Military excellence. Civilian career success.

Helping fulfill the promise of military service at all levels leading to civilian career success.

Your next career

Hundreds of transitioning service members have discovered unexpected, rewarding careers through CPI across the construction and production industries. We’re committed to walking beside you, helping you harness your leadership potential and create a career that aligns with your passions and goals — wherever you want to be.

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Featured Success

Real Stories, Real Impact

CPI alumni are thriving in civilian careers. Through our National Park and Company Internship Programs, we help them launch long-term careers they are passionate about, in locations they choose.

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Sam Pritchard

Sam Pritchard

Sam Pritchard, a Soldier who went from active duty to joining the construction industry as an Office Engineer with one of the country’s leading general contractors.

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Nico Rano

Nico Rano

Nico Rano Steps into Leadership with Fulton-Coastcon Construction

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Joseph Lemieux

Joseph Lemieux

A Master Sergeant with 26 years of service in the U.S. Army, Joseph Lemieux, is another service member who has successfully transitioned into a promising career through CPI’s industry internship program.

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Jeremy Griffin

Jeremy Griffin

A dedicated U.S. Army Soldier with over 20 years of experience in the defense logistics, Jeremy reached out to CPI for assistance in his transition process.

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Chris Beatty

Chris Beatty

Exiting the U.S. Army after 11 years serving as an Infantry Officer, Chris Beaty was equipped with leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.

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Christian Hernandez

Christian Hernandez

Through participating in CPI’s Construction Industry Internship Program, Christian has taken the next step in his professional journey, gaining invaluable hands-on experience with Layton Construction in Boise, Idaho.

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Bryan Petriccione

Bryan Petriccione

Bryan Petriccione, a five-year U.S. Army Soldier, began an exciting new chapter through CPI’s internship program.

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Aaron Holmes

Aaron Holmes

Having served for 4 years in the US Army, Aaron Holmes looked to CPI for assistance in transitioning to a post-military career in rural Minnesota.

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Brianna Miller

Brianna Miller

Briana Miller, a 12-year Air Force veteran, took a significant step in her career transition by participating in CPI’s internship program.

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Where do you want to be?

We connect people in every state nationwide.

Where do you want to be?

CPI's network is nationwide. Where do you want to be?

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Sam Pritchard

Sam Pritchard, a Soldier who went from active duty to joining the construction industry as an Office Engineer with one of the country’s leading general contractors.

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Nico Rano

Nico Rano Steps into Leadership with Fulton-Coastcon Construction

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Joseph Lemieux

A Master Sergeant with 26 years of service in the U.S. Army, Joseph Lemieux, is another service member who has successfully transitioned into a promising career through CPI’s industry internship program.

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Jeremy Griffin

A dedicated U.S. Army Soldier with over 20 years of experience in the defense logistics, Jeremy reached out to CPI for assistance in his transition process.

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Chris Beatty

Exiting the U.S. Army after 11 years serving as an Infantry Officer, Chris Beaty was equipped with leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.

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Christian Hernandez

Through participating in CPI’s Construction Industry Internship Program, Christian has taken the next step in his professional journey, gaining invaluable hands-on experience with Layton Construction in Boise, Idaho.

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Bryan Petriccione

Bryan Petriccione, a five-year U.S. Army Soldier, began an exciting new chapter through CPI’s internship program.

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Aaron Holmes

Having served for 4 years in the US Army, Aaron Holmes looked to CPI for assistance in transitioning to a post-military career in rural Minnesota.

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Brianna Miller

Briana Miller, a 12-year Air Force veteran, took a significant step in her career transition by participating in CPI’s internship program.

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Programs

Training and career paths tailored to your goals.

CPI's National Park and Company Internship Programs offer diverse trades and management opportunities leading to full-time employment.

Park Program

Train in a national park exploring many different construction and production career paths, while completing project work that improves parks.

Internship Program

Train as an intern in an industry company for a targeted construction or production career, located in your preferred location.

Both Programs

Prepare and interview for a full-time position in your preferred location, with the goal of an offer prior to civilian transition.

Qualifications

A commitment to learn and find your place as a veteran in one of the nation's largest industries, no previous experience or specific skills required.

National Park Program

Application

01

Apply online anytime for participation during last six months of active duty.

(2 Weeks)

Acceptance

02

CPI determines acceptance, then service member seeks approval through their command

(2 Weeks)

Participation

03

12-weeks full-time training in national park; housing and local tranportation provided.

(2 Weeks)

Professional Development

04

CPI works with candidate on resume, interview skills, and career plan during training.

(2 Weeks)

Career Placement

05

CPI arranges interviews with companies, goal is full-time job offer by end of program.

(2 Weeks)

Internship Program

Application

01

Apply online anytime for participation during last six months of active duty.

(2 Weeks)

Professional Development

02

CPI works with candidate on resume, interview skills, and internship/career plan.

(2 Weeks)

Acceptance

03

CPI arranges interviews; upon company offer, service member seeks approval through their command

(2 Weeks)

Participation

04

8-20 week internship at company location; service member responsible for transportation & housing

(2 Weeks)

Career Placement

05

Goal is job offer by company; CPI arranges additonal company interviews if needed.

(2 Weeks)

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Our team is here to help. Whether you're a service member, veteran, or DOD leader, reach out to learn more.

DOD alignment for transition success

CPI transforms military ethos and experience into construction industry success. Our program supports DOD transition goals by creating clear pathways that maintain service members' leadership potential and sense of purpose.

Results

Proven results in training and job placement from 10 years as a DOD authorized SkillBridge program continually exceeding outcome requirements.

Oversight

Active duty participants directly overseen and evaluated by dedicated CPI staff or trusted industry partners.

Ethics

CPI maintains high ethical standards aligning with DOD's code of conduct for intergrity, honesty, and respect.

Broader Impact

CPI's partnerships with the Department of the Interior and nationwide construction industry multiply DOD's transition assistance impact.

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Our team is here to help. Whether you're a service member, veteran, or DOD leader, reach out to learn more.