Construction Internship 2027: Learn, Lead & Impact

Meritage Homes; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritage Homes invites ambitious students to join its summer Construction internship for 2027. You will learn the new home construction process within assigned communities, ensuring cycle times, budgets, and quality targets align with Meritage’s standards.

You will work with leaders across multiple functions, participate in cross-functional projects, and translate classroom concepts into practical applications while developing strategic and teamwork skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Act with integrity and positive intent in all tasks.
• Desire to win and deliver results while collaborating with others.
• Currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited university or college.

Responsibilities

• Learn the homebuilding industry and Meritage business model.
• Work with internal leaders in a specific functional area (construction, land, marketing, etc.).
• Translate classroom experience into practical internship applications.
• Participate in cross-functional projects with other interns and leaders.
• Present real-world business recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Integrity

Positive intent

Winning mindset

Inclusive environment

Questioning and analysis

Innovative thinking

Excellence pursuit

Active student/ enrolment

Education

Enrolled in a regionally accredited university/college

Job description

Meritage Homes invites ambitious students to join its summer Construction internship for 2027. You will learn the new home construction process within assigned communities, ensuring cycle times, budgets, and quality targets align with Meritage’s standards.

You will work with leaders across multiple functions, participate in cross-functional projects, and translate classroom concepts into practical applications while developing strategic and teamwork skills in a supportive environment.