Summer 2027 Construction Intern

D.R. Horton•Wayne, PA

About The Position

D.R. Horton 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 may 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 intern supports the assigned department or business function, learns relevant responsibilities and procedures, and collaborates with colleagues across the company. Assignments and physical requirements vary by department and location and may involve office, field, or jobsite activities. The role may require overtime and occasional overnight travel as business needs require. The internship is intended to help participants explore career opportunities that may lead to full-time employment after 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, such as business, technology, finance, construction, real estate, human resources, marketing, communications, or operations.
Demonstrated interest in learning about careers in 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 the ability to interact professionally with team members, customers, and business partners.
Strong organizational skills, including the 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, including office, field, jobsite, corporate, remote, or hybrid settings, depending on the internship assignment.
Ability to work overtime.
Ability to travel, including occasional overnight travel, as business needs require.

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 a manner that supports customers and the Company's reputation and success.