About the role#
Kroger is offering a 12-week summer internship for students interested in construction engineering. You will work under the guidance of project managers and senior construction managers to gain hands-on experience in the retail industry. This role requires you to demonstrate core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
What you'll do#
- Assist project managers with essential daily 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, track deliveries, and ensure they align with the construction schedule.
- Oversee store fixture installations and assist with project closeout tasks.
- Inspect capital projects for quality control and compliance with specifications.
- Coordinate plan reviews with technician staff, including refrigeration and electrical or mechanical systems.
- Review architecture plans and proposed change orders for validity and compliance.
- Complete estimates and manage minor capital projects.
- Present a cumulative project summary to the executive team at the end of the internship.
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.
- Prior experience in a construction environment.
- Ability to work both independently and within a group setting.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to present information to various levels of the organization.
- Attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Commitment to customer service and a desire to take initiative on assigned work.
Location & details#
- Location: Westerville, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 17 to August 6).
- Type: Full-time, on-site.
- Note: This position is paid. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States without company 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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