Construction Management intern

Internship Overview:   

Get an insider view of the fast-changing grocery retail industry, while developing leadership skills and business knowledge to enhance your career. This paid internship experience is an opportunity to contribute to help drive business results in an environment designed to promote and reward diversity, innovation and leadership. Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program.   

12-week internship with competitive pay in the grocery retail industry   

Impactful projects coupled with day-to-day tasks and responsibilities to support your team.   

Leadership speaker sessions and development activities   

One-on-one mentoring   

Group community service event   

Networking and professional engagement opportunities   

Access to online career development tools and resources   

Final project presentation to company leaders   

Professional experience and industry exposure in partnership with the Great Local Brands of Ahold Delhaize USA    

Program Dates: May 28, 2024 to August 16, 2024 

Department Overview:   

The Store Development, Leasing and Facilities Support team is responsible for six major functional areas: 

Store Development  

Pre-Construction  

Equipment Purchasing  

Leasing and Asset Management 

Facility Maintenance 

SCP/Energy/Facility Services  

This group supports all Ahold Delhaize USA companies by ensuring that more than 2,000 local brand stores and support office campuses are in optimal operating condition and that each brand is positioned to realize energy efficiencies, helping them save for Connected Customers and enhance sustainability. 

Primary Purpose:  

Assist in the management of new store, expansion and remodel projects through all phases of pre-construction, construction, and close-out period 

Assist in managing projects bids, contracts, requisitions and invoices 

Coordinate with all internal departments regarding schedules, project phasing and changes. 

Help develop and implement new cost savings ideas, including value engineering and construction means and methods, that will result in saving time and money. 

Qualifications: 

Working towards a degree in Construction Management or related field.  

Experience working in a collaborative group setting   

Experience using analytical thinking and problem-solving skills   

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, appropriately and effectively   

Ability to work a varied schedule to accommodate field visits and office work 

Skills: 

Ability to read blueprints 

Exposure to CAD (required)