Fall Construction Project Engineer Intern

Kroger is offering a 12‑week Summer Internship Program for Construction Management or Engineering students. The program runs from August 17 to December 4, 2026
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Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Kroger (i.e., H1‑B, F‑1 OPT, TN, or other non‑immigrant status).

The internship offers competitive pay, hands‑on learning experiences, exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities.

• Construction Management or Engineering majors actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university, preferred GPA of 3.0
• Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work

• Strong leadership skills and ability to work in groups or independently
• Accuracy and attention to detail with ability to preserve confidentiality of information
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present information to various levels of the organization
• Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply to business needs
• Commitment to providing customer service
• Prior experience in a construction environment

• Complete assigned projects or assist project managers in project completion under the tutelage of senior project managers, assistant construction managers, and/or construction managers.
• ROLE MODEL and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
• Assist project managers in the execution of essential job functions, including pre‑remodel checklists and "as‑built" fixture/refrigeration drawings.
• Assist in execution of contractor bid process.
• Assist in weekly tasks and job meetings during capital projects.
• Assist in the timely preparation and execution of equipment orders.
• Track equipment orders and schedule deliveries in accordance with construction schedule.
• Assist in the management of store fixture installation.
• Assist with project closeout (punch lists, as‑builts, final invoicing, filing).
• Assist in inspection of capital projects for compliance with specifications and quality control.
• Coordinate reviews of refrigeration and electrical/mechanical plans with technician staff.
• Assist in the review of proposed change orders and their validity.
• Assist in the review of architecture plans for completeness and compliance with standards.
• Provide support to other Facility Engineering personnel as requested.
• Participate in department meetings and "huddles".
• Complete estimates and manage completion of minor capital projects.
• Complete specific assignments as requested and/or required by the co‑op/intern program of the college being attended.
• Complete a cumulative project (summary of internship accomplishments) and present to executive team or appropriate managers.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.