What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Summer Internship Program - Purchasing Intern position at Hunter Roberts Construction Group LLC?
About Hunter Roberts Construction Group
Hunter Roberts delivers a broad range of construction management services by an executive team whose collective experience is unsurpassed industry wide. We believe that Hunter Roberts' service capabilities are only as valuable as the quality of the relationships that drive them. This is why we have capitalized on the opportunity of building Hunter Roberts as a streamlined organization whose culture encourages frequent, as well as face-to-face interaction between clients and the Hunter Roberts team at every level.
Role Description
Hunter Roberts has summer internship opportunities available within the NY Operations unit for individuals with a track record of academic success and a deep interest in the industry. Hunter Roberts has several Intern opportunities available in the Purchasing Department.
The internship will begin on June 1, 2026, and last through August 14, 2026. The hours are Monday through Friday from 8am until 5pm.
At the conclusion of the internship, the Intern will make a presentation to management describing the project, related project tasks and overall learning experience.
Listed below are job functions you may be asked to complete as an intern at Hunter Roberts.
Intern reports to: Chief Purchasing Manager or Assigned Mentor
Responsibilities:
- Assist Purchasing Agents and Assistant Purchasing Agents with prequalification of Subcontractors through use of TradeTapp prequalification website.
- Assist Purchasing Agents and Assistant Purchasing Agents with compiling Subcontracts.
- Assist Purchasing Agents and Assistant Purchasing Agents with creating Bidders lists for projects and following up to ensure proper coverage in all trades.
- Assist PA's & APA's in soliciting trade bids and leveling them.
- Arranging and coordinating meetings between Subcontractors and Purchasing/Operations team
What to expect:
- Site visits
- Trainings
- Evaluations
- Social Events
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
* Must be enrolled in an accredited Undergraduate College or University with a sophomore status or junior status
* Must be a construction management, engineering or related major
* Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel and Word
* Ability to work as a team member and to manage competing priorities in fast paced environment.
****Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Hunter Roberts is an Equal Opportunity Employer- M/F/Disabled/Vet.
Expected pay is $20.00 per hour