Fall 2026 Construction Project Engineer Internship

Are you a dynamic creative thinker with a passion for food? Are you eager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced innovative environment? Are you looking for an internship where you can utilize your newly acquired education, skills, and experience to help get your career started?

Kroger is looking for current college students who are interested in gaining on-the-job training, mentorship, and real-world experience in their field of choice.

The Kroger Summer Internship Program is a 12-week immersive experience that offers students an opportunity to grow their careers through a variety of focused internship assignments. Fall 2026 dates: August 17 - December 4.

Our program offers competitive pay, hands-on learning experiences, company exposure to senior leaders, and professional development opportunities. Spend your summer driving projects, refining your professional skills, working alongside industry leaders, and connecting with other students from across the country.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, weve grown into what today is the nations largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As Americas grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit.

With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. Thats why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow.

If youre caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether youre seeking a part-time position or a new career path, weve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

Benefits of Working with Kroger

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including:

• Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more
• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Requirements for the Construction Management or Engineering Intern

Minimum Construction Management or Engineering majors, must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university with a preferred GPA of 3.0.

Highly motivated student with the desire to take initiative on their own work

Desired:

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in groups or independently
• Accuracy and attention to detail with the 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

Job Responsibilities

Under the tutelage of project managers, senior project managers, assistant construction managers, and/or construction managers, complete assigned projects or assist project managers in the completion of projects.

Role model and demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Assist project managers in the execution of their essential job functions, including but not limited to:

• The completion of pre-remodel checklists and "as built" fixture/refrigeration drawings
• The execution of contractor bid process
• Weekly tasks and job meetings during capital projects
• The timely preparation and execution of equipment orders
• The tracking of equipment orders and scheduling deliveries in accordance with construction schedule
• The management of store fixture installation
• The project closeout (i.e. punch lists, as-builts, final invoicing, filing)
• The inspection of capital projects for compliance with specifications and quality control
• The coordination of reviews of refrigeration and electrical/mechanical plans with technician staff
• The review of proposed change orders and their validity
• The review of architecture plans for completeness and compliance with standards
• The provision of support to other Facility Engineering personnel, as requested
• The participation in department meetings and "huddles"
• The completion of estimates and the management of completion of minor capital projects
• The completion of specific assignments as requested and/or required by the co-op/intern program of the college being attended
• The completion of a cumulative project (summary of internship accomplishments) and the presentation to executive team or appropriate managers

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.