As an Electrical Project Engineering Intern, you'll work directly with an Electrical Project Manager and gain hands-on experience supporting active industrial electrical construction projects. Throughout the summer, you'll be assigned an electrical work package and learn how a project moves from planning and procurement through execution and closeout.
This internship provides real-world exposure to project management, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and construction coordination while working alongside experienced industry professionals.
What You'll Do
- Work directly with an Electrical Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction projects.
- Assist with developing and managing electrical work packages from planning through project closeout.
- Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to gain an understanding of project requirements.
- Perform material takeoffs and assist with procurement, vendor coordination, and material tracking.
- Support the preparation and tracking of submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), purchase orders, and project documentation.
- Assist with tracking project budgets, labor hours, production quantities, schedules, and change orders.
- Participate in project meetings and collaborate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, suppliers, and clients.
- Support quality control, testing, commissioning, and project closeout activities, including as-built and turnover documentation.
- Visit active project sites periodically to observe construction progress and connect project planning activities to project execution.
- Develop a foundational understanding of industrial electrical construction, project management, and leadership within the construction industry.
Who You Are
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Strong interest in construction project management and industrial electrical construction.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.