Purchasing Intern: Learn, Lead & Negotiate in Summer 2027

Meritage Homes Corporation; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritage Homes Corporation in Alpharetta, GA offers a full-time summer Purchasing internship. You will learn how residential construction procures labor and materials, review base house costs, options and margins, and engage in vendor/contract negotiations while understanding broader business strategy.

You will collaborate with internal leaders, participate in cross-functional projects, and present recommendations to senior leadership. Visa sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a regionally accredited university program.
• Available for full-time in-person internship in summer 2027.
• Interest in homebuilding and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Learn the homebuilding industry and Meritage business model in a functional area.
• Translate classroom concepts into practical internship contributions.
• Participate in cross-functional projects with interns and business leaders.
• Present real-world recommendations to senior leadership.
• Compose a paper focusing on the internship experience.

Skills

Integrity

Positive Intent

Winning Mindset

Inclusive Culture

Questioning & Analysis

Innovation

Excellence

Active Student

Education

Active enrollment in degree program

Job description

Meritage Homes Corporation in Alpharetta, GA offers a full-time summer Purchasing internship. You will learn how residential construction procures labor and materials, review base house costs, options and margins, and engage in vendor/contract negotiations while understanding broader business strategy.

You will collaborate with internal leaders, participate in cross-functional projects, and present recommendations to senior leadership. Visa sponsorship is not provided.