Construction Intern: Hands-on Rotations & Career Growth

D.R. Horton; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

D.R. Horton is seeking a Construction Intern to gain hands-on experience across departments, with rotations through field sites, offices, and project work.

The program targets current four-year college students or recent graduates pursuing related fields such as business, construction, or real estate. You will participate in training, travel as needed, and professional development opportunities, with an hourly rate of $15.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited four‑year college or university and entering junior or senior year, or recently graduated.
• Pursuing a degree or coursework related to the assigned internship area, including but not limited to business, technology, finance, construction, real estate, human resources, marketing, communications, operations, or other relevant fields.
• Demonstrated interest in learning about career opportunities within homebuilding, financial services, land development, corporate operations, technology, customer service, or other D.R. Horton business functions.
• Strong willingness to learn, take initiative, ask questions, and contribute in a professional team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with team members, customers, and business partners.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and follow instructions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with the ability to learn new software, systems, and processes as needed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to varying work environments, including office, field, jobsite, corporate, remote, or hybrid settings, depending on the internship assignment.
• Physical requirements vary by internship assignment and work location and may include sitting, standing, walking, reaching, using a computer and other office equipment, communicating with others, and observing details at close and distance ranges. Certain assignments may include travel, field visits, or jobsite exposure.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations within the assigned department, division, office, field location, jobsite, or business function
• Assist with department-specific projects, research, reporting, administrative activities, coordination efforts, systems, processes, and other business needs assigned
• Learn and apply departmental responsibilities, industry terminology, business systems, company policies, safety requirements, and standard operating procedures
• Collaborate with team members and cross-functional departments to gain an understanding of how various areas of the Company support homebuilding, homebuying, business operations, and the overall customer experience
• Participate in training programs, meetings, departmental rotations, and other learning opportunities designed to enhance knowledge of the Company, assigned function, and potential career paths
• Explore career opportunities within D.R. Horton and affiliated businesses that may lead to future full‑time employment following graduation
• Conduct all business in a professional, ethical, and respectful manner that supports customers and contributes to the Company's reputation and success
• Ability to travel including occasional overnight travel, as business needs require

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Four-year college student (junior/senior) or recent graduate

Pursuing degree related to internship area

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

D.R. Horton is seeking a Construction Intern to gain hands-on experience across departments, with rotations through field sites, offices, and project work.

The program targets current four-year college students or recent graduates pursuing related fields such as business, construction, or real estate. You will participate in training, travel as needed, and professional development opportunities, with an hourly rate of $15.