Summer 2027 Construction Intern

D. R. Horton; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Flex spending accounts

Paid holidays

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Summer 2027 Construction Intern to gain hands-on experience across our homebuilding operations.

Interns rotate through departments, assist with projects, and participate in training, site visits, and reporting to support daily business needs. You must be enrolled in a four-year college and pursuing a related field, with strong communication, organization, and teamwork. The program offers exposure to real-world construction processes and potential paths to full-time

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year college/university and entering junior or senior year, or recently graduated.
• Pursuing a degree related to the internship area (business, technology, construction, real estate, etc.).
• Demonstrated interest in learning about career opportunities within homebuilding and related functions.
• Strong willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute in a professional team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication with teammates and partners.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new software and systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team; adaptable across settings.

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 needs
• Learn and apply departmental responsibilities, terminology, and safety requirements
• Collaborate with team members and cross-functional departments to understand how areas support homebuilding and customer experience
• Participate in training programs, meetings, rotations, and other learning opportunities
• Explore career opportunities within D.R. Horton that may lead to full-time employment after graduation
• Conduct business in a professional, ethical, and respectful manner
• Ability to work overtime
• Ability to travel including occasional overnight travel

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Initiative

Adaptability

Education

Four-year college enrollment

Junior/Senior year

Related field of study

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Summer 2027 Construction Intern (2604462)

Job Description

Summer 2027 Construction Intern - 2604462

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Construction Intern . The internship program is designed to provide students with hands‑on experience, professional development, and exposure to career opportunities within D.R. Horton, its affiliated business functions, and the homebuilding and homebuying process. Interns are assigned to a primary department or functional area and gain experience through departmental rotations, project work, administrative support, research, reporting, training, office and field‑based activities, jobsite observation, systems support, and other learning opportunities based on departmental needs, location, and business priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

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

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates pursuing an advanced degree may also be considered

Come joina winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and arelooking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

Medical, Dental and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

Hourly Rate: $15 per hour

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