Summer 2027 Purchasing Intern

D.R. Horton; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time

Company Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

D.R. Horton is seeking a Purchasing Intern to gain hands-on experience across departments and help support daily operations.

You will participate in rotations, assist with research and reporting, and learn company processes while building professional skills for a potential full-time career after graduation. Ideal candidates are pursuing a four-year degree in business or related fields, are entering junior or senior year, and demonstrate strong communication, organization, and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Student in a 4-year program pursuing a related degree with interest in homebuilding or corporate operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to interact with teams and business partners.
• Desire to learn, take initiative, meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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.
• Learn department responsibilities, industry terminology, and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members across functions to understand how areas support the customer experience.
• Participate in training programs, departmental rotations, and other learning opportunities.
• Explore future full-time opportunities within D.R. Horton and affiliated businesses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Adaptability

Education

Enrolled in a 4-year college/university

Entering junior or senior year

Pursuing business/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

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 Purchasing 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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