About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work on-site in Louisville, Kentucky, from May 17 to August 6. You will report to project managers and construction managers, helping them complete capital projects while gaining hands-on experience in the retail construction industry.
What you'll do#
- Assist with pre-remodel checklists and as-built fixture or refrigeration drawings.
- Help manage the contractor bid process and equipment orders, including tracking deliveries.
- Participate in weekly job meetings and department huddles.
- Support the installation of store fixtures and project closeout tasks like punch lists, invoicing, and filing.
- Inspect capital projects to ensure quality control and compliance with specifications.
- Coordinate plan reviews with technician staff and evaluate proposed change orders.
- Review architecture plans for completeness and compliance with company standards.
- Complete estimates and manage minor capital projects.
- Prepare and present a cumulative project to the executive team at the end of the internship.
- Demonstrate core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management degree program.
- A preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to work well both independently and in groups.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to keep information confidential.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interpret information and apply it to business needs.
- Prior experience in a construction environment.
- A motivated mindset with a desire to take initiative on tasks.
Location & details#
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 17 - August 6).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time paid internship.
- Note: This role does not provide visa 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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