About the role#
This Summer 2027 internship provides hands-on experience and professional development within the homebuilding industry. You will work within a primary department to gain exposure to business operations, research, and project coordination. The program includes departmental rotations, administrative support, and jobsite observations to help you explore career paths at D.R. Horton.
What you'll do#
- Support daily operations across departments, offices, or field locations.
- Assist with research, reporting, and administrative projects.
- Learn company policies, industry terminology, and standard operating procedures.
- Collaborate with team members and cross-functional departments to support business goals.
- Participate in meetings, training programs, and departmental rotations.
- Conduct business in a professional, ethical, and respectful manner.
- Travel for business needs, including occasional overnight stays, and work overtime when required.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited four-year college or university as a junior or senior, or recent graduation.
- Pursuit of a degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Operations Management, or related fields.
- Interest in homebuilding, financial services, land development, or corporate operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Initiative to ask questions and work both independently and in a team.
- Ability to adapt to different work environments, including offices and jobsites.
- Candidates pursuing an advanced degree are welcome to apply.
Location & details#
- Location: Sarasota, Florida.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid position.
About D.R. Horton
D.R. Horton is a national construction firm based in Arlington, Texas. Founded in 1978, the company operates as a public entity. It builds homes across the United States for various buyers, ranging from entry-level to luxury markets. The company currently employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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