Summer 2027 Construction Intern

D.R. Horton•Durham, NC

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc. is hiring a Construction Intern for its Summer 2027 internship program. The program provides 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. The internship may involve assignments in office, field, jobsite, corporate, remote, or hybrid settings. The company notes that internship opportunities may lead to future full-time employment following graduation.

Requirements

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; examples include business, technology, finance, construction, real estate, human resources, marketing, communications, or operations.
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.
Willingness to learn, take initiative, ask questions, and contribute in a professional team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally with team members, customers, and business partners.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn new software, systems, and processes.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to adapt to varying work environments depending on the internship assignment.
Physical requirements vary by assignment and 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.

Nice To Haves

Candidates pursuing an advanced degree may also be considered.

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 assigned business needs.
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 understand how different areas support homebuilding, homebuying, business operations, and the customer experience.
Participate in training programs, meetings, departmental rotations, and other learning opportunities.
Explore career opportunities within D.R. Horton and affiliated businesses that may lead to future full-time employment following graduation.
Conduct business professionally, ethically, and respectfully in support of customers and the Company's reputation and success.
Work overtime and travel, including occasional overnight travel, as business needs require.