Summer 2027 Marketing Intern

D.R. Horton; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

D.R. Horton is seeking a Marketing Intern to gain hands-on experience across departments, participate in rotations, and support marketing activities.

The program offers exposure to homebuilding processes and cross-functional collaboration to develop professional skills while pursuing a degree. The internship emphasizes learning, project support, and potential future full-time opportunities within a Fortune 500 company, with various learning opportunities and schedules depending on location and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree related to marketing, business, or communications.
• Demonstrated interest in marketing, homebuilding, or related business functions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations within the assigned internship area.
• Assist with department projects, research, and administrative tasks.
• Learn and apply department responsibilities, systems, and policies.
• Collaborate with team members to understand how departments support customer experience.
• Participate in training programs and rotations to gain exposure to career paths.
• Explore future full-time opportunities within the company.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM familiarity

Job description

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

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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