Purchasing Intern: Hands-on Rotations & Growth

D. R. Horton; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and 公司H

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. invites applications for a Summer 2027 Purchasing Intern. This paid internship provides hands-on experience across purchasing functions, rotations, and exposure to homebuilding operations.

As a rising junior or senior majoring in business, supply chain, or related fields, you will support departmental projects, assist with research and reporting, and learn company policies and processes in a dynamic team setting. Travel and overtime may be required.

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.

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 work overtime
• Ability to travel including occasional overnight travel, as business needs require

Education

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

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. invites applications for a Summer 2027 Purchasing Intern. This paid internship provides hands-on experience across purchasing functions, rotations, and exposure to homebuilding operations.

As a rising junior or senior majoring in business, supply chain, or related fields, you will support departmental projects, assist with research and reporting, and learn company policies and processes in a dynamic team setting. Travel and overtime may be required.