About the role#
This is a 12-week summer internship program running from May 17 to August 6, 2027. You will work under the guidance of project managers and construction managers to gain hands-on experience in the retail construction industry. You will be expected to model core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety throughout your assignment.
What you'll do#
- Assist project managers with essential job functions, including pre-remodel checklists and as-built fixture or refrigeration drawings.
- Support the contractor bid process and participate in weekly job meetings for capital projects.
- Manage equipment orders by preparing requests, tracking status, and scheduling deliveries based on construction timelines.
- Oversee store fixture installation and assist with project closeout tasks like punch lists and final invoicing.
- Inspect capital projects to ensure they meet specifications and quality control standards.
- Review architecture plans, refrigeration designs, and electrical or mechanical plans with technician staff.
- Evaluate the validity of proposed change orders.
- Complete estimates and manage minor capital projects independently.
- Participate in department meetings and huddles.
- Develop a cumulative project summarizing your internship accomplishments to present to the executive team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management.
- A preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong motivation to take initiative on your own work.
- Ability to work effectively both in groups and independently.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of information.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information to various levels of the organization.
- Ability to analyze information and apply findings to business needs.
- Prior experience in a construction environment.
- A commitment to providing customer service.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Nashville, Tennessee.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
- Applicants must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship.
About Kroger
Kroger operates as a large retail company with a presence across 35 states. The organization manages 2,800 stores alongside 34 manufacturing plants and 44 distribution centers. It serves over 11 million customers daily through in-store shopping and e-commerce options. The company produces its own grocery items under various internal brands.
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