Summer 2027 Construction Project Engineer Intern

The Kroger Co.•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Kroger is seeking current college students for a 12-week immersive Summer Internship Program in Construction Project Engineering. This program offers hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world experience in a fast-paced, innovative food environment. Interns will have the opportunity to drive projects, refine professional skills, work alongside industry leaders, and connect with peers across the country. The program runs from May 17 to August 6, 2027, and offers competitive pay, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Applicants must have work authorization that does not require future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Construction Management or Engineering majors, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0.
Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work.

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently.
Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization.
Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply to business needs.
Commitment to providing customer service.
Prior experience in a construction environment.

Responsibilities

Under the tutelage of project managers, senior project managers, assistant construction managers and/or construction managers, complete assigned projects or assist project managers in the completion of projects.
Role model and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
Assist project managers in the execution of their essential job functions including but not limited to the completion of pre-remodel checklists and “as built” fixture/refrigeration drawings.
Assist in execution of contractor bid process.
Assist in weekly tasks and job meetings during capital projects.
Assist in the timely preparation and execution of equipment orders.
Assist in tracking equipment orders and scheduling deliveries in accordance with construction schedule.
Assist with the management of store fixture installation.
Assist with project closeout (i.e. punch lists, as-builts, final invoicing, filing).
Assist in the inspection of capital projects for compliance with specifications and quality control.
Coordinate reviews of refrigeration and electrical/mechanical plans with technician staff.
Assist in the review of proposed change orders and their validity.
Assist in the review of architecture plans for completeness and compliance with standards.
Provide support to other Facility Engineering personnel, as requested.
Participate in department meetings and “huddles”.
Complete estimates and manage completion of minor capital projects.
Complete specific assignments as requested and/or required by the co-op/intern program of the college being attended.
Complete cumulative project (summary of internship accomplishments) and present to executive team or appropriate managers.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.