Procurement Intern
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Job Description
About PulteGroup:
PulteGroup is one of America’s largest and most respected homebuilders, with a history spanning over 70 years. Starting from humble beginnings with a single visionary entrepreneur, the company has grown to become the 3rd largest homebuilder in the US. Their mission is to build incredible places where people can live their dreams, and they attribute their success to their employees, whom they consider their most important asset. They offer expansive career possibilities across various departments including sales, marketing, construction, procurement, and land development. The company emphasizes crafting both careers and homes where employees belong.
Job Description: Procurement Internship
This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the homebuilding industry. Interns will gain a holistic understanding of the industry through rotational shadowing across different functions and departments. The primary focus will be within the procurement department.
Key Responsibilities:
• Work collaboratively with various roles and departments, fostering connections and breaking down silos.
• Collaborate with vendors, understanding their integral role in operations.
• Gain practical experience in bid submittals, negotiation, and cost-saving strategies.
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student (or graduated in the semester preceding the internship). Minimum sophomore status preferred.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 preferred.
• Relevant degree pursuit in Business Administration, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Marketing, Communication, Finance, Architecture, or a similar field.
• Required skills and attributes: Curiosity, coachability, strong interpersonal skills (personable and patient), action-oriented, accountable, motivated, enthusiastic, professional communication skills (written and verbal), strong tech proficiency (especially Excel and Microsoft Teams), excellent organizational skills, self-motivation, learning agility, bias for action, desire to make a meaningful contribution, and a strong interest in the homebuilding, real estate, and/or construction industry. Extracurricular involvement is a plus.
Internship Details:
• Dates: May 19, 2025 – August 8, 2025 (12 weeks). Schedule adjustments possible.
• Hours: 40 hours per week, schedule varies by position.
• Compensation: $20/hour (may vary based on position and location).
• Benefits: Eligibility for the company’s 401(k) plan.
• Format: Primarily in-person at one of 29 Division Offices or development communities. Includes shadowing opportunities across various functions and a potential capstone presentation.
• Locations: Arizona (Scottsdale), California (Pleasanton), Colorado (Denver), Florida (Bonita Springs, Jacksonville, Orlando, Riverview, West Palm Beach), Nevada (Las Vegas), North Carolina (Charlotte), Texas (Austin, San Antonio).
Application Period: October 1, 2024 – March 21, 2025
