About the role#
This is a 12-week summer internship where you will work alongside project managers and construction managers to gain hands-on experience in retail facility engineering. You will support capital projects, manage minor project completions, and participate in the full lifecycle of store construction and remodeling. At the end of the program, you will present a cumulative project to the executive team.
What you'll do#
- Support project managers with daily tasks, job meetings, and essential administrative functions.
- Complete pre-remodel checklists and create as-built drawings for fixtures and refrigeration.
- Assist with the contractor bid process and equipment order management, including tracking deliveries to match construction schedules.
- Oversee store fixture installations and assist with project closeout procedures.
- Inspect capital projects to ensure compliance with specifications and quality control standards.
- Review architecture plans, change orders, and coordinate technical plan reviews with staff.
- Estimate and manage the completion of minor capital projects.
- Demonstrate company values of honesty, integrity, safety, and respect.
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 communication skills with the ability to present information to various levels of the organization.
- Ability to work both independently and within a group setting.
- High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Prior experience in a construction environment is preferred.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Novi, Michigan.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 17 to August 6).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
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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