Payroll & Reporting Intern – Bismarck, ND | Knife River (KNF)

Knife River Corporation Announces Payroll Internship in Bismarck, North Dakota

Knife River Corporation, a leading construction materials and services company, is seeking a motivated intern to join its payroll and reporting team in Bismarck, North Dakota. The internship, beginning in March 2026, offers hands-on experience in a growing, publicly traded organization.

Knife River describes itself as a “people-first” company, ranking among the ten largest construction materials producers and contractors in the United States. The company operates through five segments: Pacific, Northwest, Mountain, Central and Energy Services, providing aggregates, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and contracting services. It is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNF and is a component of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

The internship is designed for current junior or senior-level college students pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong academic performance and proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are also essential.

According to the company, the ideal intern will possess a strong work ethic and a desire to learn, with the ability to follow directions and maintain workflow. Maintaining the confidentiality of proprietary information is also a key requirement. Applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Knife River emphasizes its commitment to its employees, stating that its team members are “the key to our success.” The company provides tools, training, and opportunities for skill development, fostering a collaborative environment where employees can thrive. The company’s stated goal is to build strong teams that contribute to strong communities.

The internship offers “great pay, great people,” and the opportunity to work within a growing, publicly traded company. Knife River highlights its commitment to on-the-job training and skill development, emphasizing a “one team” approach to work.

Interested candidates can apply online or mail a completed application to Knife River Corporation, Box 5568, Bismarck, ND 58506. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. The position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Knife River Corporation is scheduled to release its Q4 2025 earnings results on February 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.