Burkentine Real Estate Group is a multifaceted, vertically integrated organization specializing in the development and construction of residential and commercial real estate projects across the East Coast. Headquartered in Hanover, PA, Burkentine is where passion meets purpose, bringing together a dedicated team committed to creating luxurious, meaningful spaces designed to help families and customers Live Different. Guided by a strong mission, vision, and core values, Burkentine team members approach every project with intention, collaboration, and pride. From concept to completion, the Burkentine experience reflects a shared commitment to quality, innovation, and building communities that make a lasting impact.
The Purchasing Specialist Intern is responsible for providing estimating and purchasing duties including, but not limited to, budgeting, estimating, purchasing, negotiating, and awarding for light commercial, multi-family, and single-family projects in the south-central PA region. The Purchasing Specialist Intern will learn from key division leaders, be involved in day-to-day operations, attend critical team meetings, and complete assignments aligned with their career goals and coursework. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and excellent organization and customer service skills. Successful candidates may be considered for full-time employment upon completion of the internship.
Acquires and evaluates quotes to assist in determining the most desirable suppliers based on reputation, price, quality, service, reliability, production, and distribution capabilities.
Manages the individual project workflow to ensure it meets and maintains milestone dates, is complete, and is turned over to the Superintendent as scheduled.
Manage incoming quotes and proposals for all projects, saving them into the estimating software, and upload to the proper file sharing program.
Assist in developing and creating documents, workflows, budgets, estimates, and scopes of work with the E&P team.
Create detailed material takeoffs in various CSI classifications.
Create and generate purchase orders, change orders, and Subcontracts for vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor files, records, and documentation.
Conduct cost analysis and set benchmarks for improvement for current and future projects.
Communicate effectively with project managers, senior project managers, and production managers
Complete and present a final project presentation at the conclusion of the internship, highlighting experience gained, project outcomes, and key organizational insights.
Valid Driver’s License or reliable transportation
2026 or 2027 Graduate Preferred
Coursework in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Economics, or Accounting & Finance preferred
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel